I always will believe that a good trainer, no matter on what level, demand of their clients 24/7. Change takes change. You either want it or you don’t. My clients aren’t perfect, they are people, and life happens. That being said, no one, no trainers around me have a success and completion rate that can touch mine. All my clients lose and the majority of them finish and enter into maintenance. They also excel far beyond that becoming trainers, self employed, change careers, and re-examine their life and way of living overall. They step outside of what they have known their whole lives. They battle the fears and regrets for long enough to see that they don’t just want mediocre. They want to step outside of that box they have made for themselves, hell, they want to run from it.
Why? I am good but am I really that good? Why do I do?
I don’t do anything, it is what I ask of them to do for themselves. This isn’t about ripped abs or skinny thighs. This isn’t about getting laid or finding a handsome husband. This is about being the best you that you can be, at any given moment in your life. This is about demanding of yourself nothing short of excellence. Yes, love, money, career, sex, and security are things we want but this means little if inside you aren’t the person you want to be. I ask them to give the best of themselves and the few times they might not have it in them I ask for it again and louder. Are you doing that to yourself?
The real question is, what does a diet have to do with self esteem? The answer is everything and nothing. It isn’t about a diet, it is about the dedication to yourself and health. It isn’t about deprivation, it is about self control and your inner strength. Last, but not least, it is about trust. You have to trust yourself and silence fear and self doubt. You have to trust the science. Remember, fat loss, building muscle, and health aren’t opinions. There is a science to it, there is a process and you have to silence all the doubt and wrong in the world and only hear the fact and correct.
The question now is, how do you start? How do you jump into that change?
One way is this first of Action Assignments. The purpose of these are to get you to share, in whatever form is assigned, your steps in working towards your new life and body. It may seem overly simplistic, but I assure you, these little daily steps can lead to big leaps.
Today your assignment is The Goal. Very simply, but very detailed, you need to answer the following questions in the comment box. This does not have to be about fat loss, but it does need to be about your body, life, and your hopes for the future. This may be a small corner of the world but I promise you it will be read and it will be taken in, even if only just us.
Note: You don’t have to leave your real name or email, just get it out regardless.
1-What was your goal one year ago?
2-What is your goal now?
3-What is your biggest barrier for that goal?
4-What is your best asset?
5-List one date and one short term goal that you will achieve and when you will achieve it by.
Natalie-It is cause you want to wear some skimpy costume isn’t it. You can tell me. You want to be the Halloween “nurse.”
Jordan-Calories counting doesn’t have to happen. More so you just have to understand that they matter. How you manipulate their intake is another ball game. The key is knowing that process. Once you get that, then you can find your best path through it.
Mari-I am really glad you listed your eyes as your best asset. Totally my favorite part on the body
Sarah-Just took a look at your blog for a sec. Strong willed indeed.
The problem is, sometimes our greatest asset can also be our worst enemy. It’s this strong will that has worked against me, as well. But I’m choosing to use my powers for good, not evil!
1. Goal 1 year ago. Not totally sure. My biggest recollection from a year ago was dealing with our year old dog who was sick with a brain infection. My biggest personal goal was probably to lower post meal blood sugars.
2. Current goal. weight/fat loss. Long term goal 150lbs, shorter term under 200.
3. Biggest barrier. I’m the queen of moderation. There are times that a little more effort and a higher rank in my priorities is required to accomplish my goals and it’s too easy for me to get sidetracked or to settle for good enough.
4. Biggest asset. I’m the queen of moderation. Just like most things in life there’s always the flip side to the coin, pros and cons. I always have plan b, c, d, and e and can roll with life’s punches. There are times in life that making a better choice is actually better than making the best choice.
I think another asset I have is in recognizing that rest/recovery is just as important and appropriate as working hard. Not to be critical but when I read in a fitness forum something along the lines that “I just fell down 5 flights of stairs and broke 18 bones in my body, How do I keep up my weight training while I’m in a body cast?” I just want to scream. I so do not understand how somebody so fitness oriented could ever possibly think this could be a good idea. Hello, take a fricking break from training and let your body heal!!!!!! That’s the best training plan for the acutely sick or injured or overtrained. (Rant over. Sorry if I stepped on any toes not my intention.)
5. Current short term goal. Improve my tracking/logging of food for October. I was just reviewing my Sept summary in Crosstrainer and I didn’t log or only partially recorded 8 days out of the month. That’s 22 days I did good but I want to do better. I think the problem is that Crosstrainer is a new program for me and therefore still needs customization and if I don’t find a food in the data base I’ll skip over it intending to make the custom entry later when I have time. Later doesn’t always come in this instance plus if too much time lapses I know I won’t remember everything. The solution is simple actually although distasteful to the computer/techno geek I am. Plan: Paper and pencil.
Diana
1. my goal one year ago…to lose weight and get fit
2. my goal now…to control my eating! To stop eating because I’m sad, mad, happy, hurt, scared…
3. my biggest barrier…wanting things to happen over night, no patience
4. not giving up
5. 10.10. 2008. I will weigh 67,5 kg, that means losing 1,5 kg
1-What was your goal one year ago?
Truly live my life by the Four Agreements.
2-What is your goal now?
Change my body to something I am proud and comfortable with because the physical aspect affects my mood, mind, happiness and soul.
3-What is your biggest barrier for that goal?
Lazy and lost.
4-What is your best asset?
I can achieve great things when I set my mind to it.
5-List one date and one short term goal that you will achieve and when you will achieve it by.
Nov 12,2008 – I will be 20% bodyfat, fit, strong and proud.
1-What was your goal one year ago?
Lose my pregnancy weight as my baby had just been born on Oct. 1st.
2-What is your goal now?
Get out of this compulsive binge eating cycle I am in.
3-What is your biggest barrier for that goal?
Way too little sleep
4-What is your best asset?
My ability to make people feel really good.
5-List one date and one short term goal that you will achieve and when you will achieve it by.
October 22nd, 2008: I will have gone at least 7 consecutive days without eating fast food.
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1-What was your goal one year ago? Finish training and run my first marathon.
2-What is your goal now? Get back to 120 pounds, recover from injury and start running again.
3-What is your biggest barrier for that goal? Not having the patience to do everything possible to heal my injury.
4-What is your best asset? My determination- one I decide to do something I am unstoppable.
5-List one date and one short term goal that you will achieve and when you will achieve it by. If my leg still hurts, I will make an appointment for acupuncture my the end of the year.
1-What was your goal one year ago? To lose 60lbs
2-What is your goal now? to lose 60lbs
3-What is your biggest barrier for that goal? eating habits and work out inconsitency
4-What is your best asset? My smile & my positive attitude
5-List one date and one short term goal that you will achieve and when you will achieve it by. January 31st – I will have lost 10lbs
Lexi- I love that people are still finding this. Good Luck with your goal and congrats on losing what you already have!
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