Navigating Road Blocks

I recently read a great blog from one of the authorities in the fitness industry - Ross Enamait titled The Inner Voice

This video made me smile because there have been many occasion where I've had clients who constantly face the other voice inside their head. It has a powerful message. See if you can pick what the message is...

Did you answer something like this?

• There will be doubts, there will be obstacles but eventually something gives in.

• Don't listen to the voice or voices that try and hold you back.

• Some relationships are not meant to be forever or in the this case, breaking up with LAZY is not that hard.

Obstacles vs. Solutions

There are plenty of speed bumps on the road to regular physical activity. 
If you think ahead and plan for dealing with obstacles, they'll be easier to navigate. 

Here are just a few roadblocks with alternative solutions:

Obstacle: The weather won’t cooperate!
SOLUTION: Participate in activities that aren't dependent on the weather (join a health club, use home equipment, walk in the mall)

Obstacle: Don’t have time!
SOLUTION: If you know yo have a busy day then schedule physical activity into your day and make it a priority e.g. walking meetings for work or phone calls while standing for 30 minutes in the time you are at work.

Obstacle: I want to spend more time with my family: 
SOLUTION: Schedule physical activity while family is watching TV or find activities you can do as a family such as walking, sport or events involving movement.

Obstacle: My job requires that I travel a lot: 
SOLUTION: Choose hotels with a fitness centre, pack walking shoes, resistance band and skipping rope. Take a walk after you get to your destination before you have a meal or go to bed.

The Take Home Message (THM) is that there will always been obstacles, doubters and even loved ones who hold you back. Find solutions to match these obstacles and you'll be a happy camper.

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN WANT AND NEED IS SELF CONTROL 

~ Unknown