Never Give Up
The worst decision you'll ever make is to give up on yourself. That includes your health. So many people misunderstand the fitness industry, they assume that fitness is just a leisure hobby for the young, single and rich.
The internet has done a lot to inspire many, yet, where there's good, bad is one step behind.
For every good deed you do, there's a critic.
Sure, the internet is filled with a lot of false information; or contradicting information-- but that's not an excuse to give up on taking care of yourself. Despite political opinions on the health care coverage, we now have insurance to help us in a few different ways, and how we choose to use the help to our advantage is our responsibility.
There are far too many ways to stay in good health, and there is a unique way for each of you to stay on top of your own health goals. Do not do what others do.
It is a mistake to believe that if I can do this- so can you. Your life is different than mine, so there are different challenges, but the good news is, no matter what, there's something for everyone.
This past year, I have been challenged in so many ways, I had to get extra creative to stay on top of my fitness goals, and yet, I've managed to get by. While on vacation in LA, I didn't go to a gym, but I did go running on the beach, and in Downtown Los Angeles. It was one of the top five best moments of my trip.
Someone recently told me that it's time stop with fitness, because I'm too old, or because I have a job. Or that my commute to work is too far. That is the worst excuse.
It frustrates me to listen to people who never took time to join a fitness club, yet, they all have time to go to a bar for a drink. Or they come home to sit on the couch to drink - or worse- do drugs. Yet, that's totally socially acceptable.
It offends me even more when I hear certain people tell me that I don't have consistency in my life, yet, criticize me for always "being obsessed with working out."
A bit contradicting, don't you think?
The war on fitness ends here.
Of all the times I've changed my mind, or started a new journey, I've always found the time, money and energy to stay on top of my fitness goals. Throughout the years, these fitness goals have changed- and that right there is the point.
As your life changes, so should your fitness goals.
I don't have the simple life I once had in Cornelius, North Carolina. Nor do I have a membership to a fancy gym, or a yoga studio. But I have my running shoes, kettleballs, a few dumbbells and barbells, and a membership to a small gym that's just good enough to challenge my muscles this summer.
I study fitness with NASM, aka: National Academy of Sports Medicine.
One of the most popular fitness leaders in America, it is the hardest test to take, yet I've learned a lot. I have a test to take, and it's go time. Performing the workout is easy- sitting still to read the book information is the challenge- and I welcome it.
I am qualified to help you- and I have proven ability to set you up with the right workout for your body, and lifestyle.
I have to move.
I will never give up on fitness, it is a way of life for me and without it, life does not make sense. It's a healthy habit, and it's worked wonders on my mind, body, and soul.
It's been advised to me by my message therapist, and my doctors that my body is made to move. To sit still for long periods of time is more dangerous than running, or lifting.
I may be tough.
I may come off mean like Jillian Michaels, (trainer from The Biggest Loser) but I am considerate and sensitive. I have a go hard or go home mentality in the gym, and there is a way for you to use that to your advantage.
Failure....
When I first made the decision to be a personal trainer, I said "Failure is not an option."
Then, I read someone say that if failure isn't an option, I must not want to be successful.
What an interesting comment. After thinking about it, I realized there's truth to that.
When starting a fitness journey, there will be bad days, there will be weak days and there are days you'll skip a workout or eat too much. But, you don't fail unless you never get back up there.
The "all or nothing" attitude can't last forever, it has to one day change to a fine balance of working hard, and playing hard.
It's not my job to be better in the gym than you- it is my job to help you get better!
Fitness is a journey, and The War on Fitness ends today. I will never give up and I hope you never do either!
The worst decision you'll ever make is to give up on yourself. That includes your health. So many people misunderstand the fitness industry, they assume that fitness is just a leisure hobby for the young, single and rich.
The internet has done a lot to inspire many, yet, where there's good, bad is one step behind.
For every good deed you do, there's a critic.
Sure, the internet is filled with a lot of false information; or contradicting information-- but that's not an excuse to give up on taking care of yourself. Despite political opinions on the health care coverage, we now have insurance to help us in a few different ways, and how we choose to use the help to our advantage is our responsibility.
There are far too many ways to stay in good health, and there is a unique way for each of you to stay on top of your own health goals. Do not do what others do.
It is a mistake to believe that if I can do this- so can you. Your life is different than mine, so there are different challenges, but the good news is, no matter what, there's something for everyone.
This past year, I have been challenged in so many ways, I had to get extra creative to stay on top of my fitness goals, and yet, I've managed to get by. While on vacation in LA, I didn't go to a gym, but I did go running on the beach, and in Downtown Los Angeles. It was one of the top five best moments of my trip.
Someone recently told me that it's time stop with fitness, because I'm too old, or because I have a job. Or that my commute to work is too far. That is the worst excuse.
It frustrates me to listen to people who never took time to join a fitness club, yet, they all have time to go to a bar for a drink. Or they come home to sit on the couch to drink - or worse- do drugs. Yet, that's totally socially acceptable.
It offends me even more when I hear certain people tell me that I don't have consistency in my life, yet, criticize me for always "being obsessed with working out."
A bit contradicting, don't you think?
The war on fitness ends here.
Of all the times I've changed my mind, or started a new journey, I've always found the time, money and energy to stay on top of my fitness goals. Throughout the years, these fitness goals have changed- and that right there is the point.
As your life changes, so should your fitness goals.
I don't have the simple life I once had in Cornelius, North Carolina. Nor do I have a membership to a fancy gym, or a yoga studio. But I have my running shoes, kettleballs, a few dumbbells and barbells, and a membership to a small gym that's just good enough to challenge my muscles this summer.
I study fitness with NASM, aka: National Academy of Sports Medicine.
One of the most popular fitness leaders in America, it is the hardest test to take, yet I've learned a lot. I have a test to take, and it's go time. Performing the workout is easy- sitting still to read the book information is the challenge- and I welcome it.
I am qualified to help you- and I have proven ability to set you up with the right workout for your body, and lifestyle.
I have to move.
I will never give up on fitness, it is a way of life for me and without it, life does not make sense. It's a healthy habit, and it's worked wonders on my mind, body, and soul.
It's been advised to me by my message therapist, and my doctors that my body is made to move. To sit still for long periods of time is more dangerous than running, or lifting.
I may be tough.
I may come off mean like Jillian Michaels, (trainer from The Biggest Loser) but I am considerate and sensitive. I have a go hard or go home mentality in the gym, and there is a way for you to use that to your advantage.
Failure....
When I first made the decision to be a personal trainer, I said "Failure is not an option."
Then, I read someone say that if failure isn't an option, I must not want to be successful.
What an interesting comment. After thinking about it, I realized there's truth to that.
When starting a fitness journey, there will be bad days, there will be weak days and there are days you'll skip a workout or eat too much. But, you don't fail unless you never get back up there.
The "all or nothing" attitude can't last forever, it has to one day change to a fine balance of working hard, and playing hard.
It's not my job to be better in the gym than you- it is my job to help you get better!
Fitness is a journey, and The War on Fitness ends today. I will never give up and I hope you never do either!
I love when people say they are "too busy." We are all given 24 hours in a day - it's a matter of what you prioritize! Great post!
ReplyDeleteI do agree, and even though there are times when life does get busy- there's always tomorrow. It's also okay to exercise three days a week, maybe even two! Just do something!
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