Category Archives: Motivation

Part II: Being In Control of Achieving The Goal

A while back one of my clients commented to me that achieving results in fitness is really hard and is a struggle.  I asked him why and he could not pinpoint the exact reason. I then asked this person a couple of questions which led to

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Part I: Being In Control of Achieving The Goal

Thoughout the years and hundreds of clients that I have trained to better health and fitness, I’ve noticed there’s a couple of characteristics that differentiate those individuals that succeed with their goals and those that don’t.  One of them is the attitude of being in control of achieving the goal. By carefully selecting goals and placing a value on [...]

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How Did That Happen?

Many people will reach their 20-year High School Reunion and have little by little packed on an additional 20 or 30 pounds.  Maybe even more. And the question running through their mind is “how did that happen?” Usually they will blame the aging process and just think

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Working Through Adversity

After being involved in YOUR Fitness Program for around 2 months, chances are you may have experienced a few setbacks in YOUR FITNESS Program. Tired of the rigorous training, following your diet to a “T”, aches, pressures at work, social and family obligations – they can all slow you down… or even bring your program to a [...]

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Do You See What I See?

If you’ve adhered to YOUR Fitness Program guidelines, around the 4th or 5th week you may start to see real progress. Often, other people notice the changes in your body before you do: “Have you lost weight?” “You look different–have you been working out?” Soak this positive feedback up!  Now it’s time to see for  yourself.  Get your personal [...]

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10 Reasons To Dance Into Shape With Zumba

Live to see your grandchildren, maybe even great-grandchildren, and be a part of their lives. Keep your mind sharp. Look and stay young. Increase your energy level. Protect your body against disease. Reduce stress. Move with grace and confidence. Perk up your self-esteem. Have more fun shopping for fabulous-fitting clothes. Look gorgeous. Taken from the [...]

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Susan Boyle: Magnitude of Talent

Have you heard of Susan Boyle?  I hadn’t heard of her until I came across an email by Marianne Williamson detailing her amazing performance recently on Britain’s Got Talent.  Apparently, it was quite a performance since it was viewed over 118 million times on YouTube.  Not even Obama’s historic victory speech came close with only [...]

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Real Effort

Every morning when I drop off my 4-year-old son, Marcos, at his school, KIPP Academy, I take notice at how attentive and energetic the teachers are with the children. The teacher reads a story first thing in the morning that captivates the whole group.

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Quote by Helen Keller

“One can never consent to creep when one feels an impulse to soar.” Helen Keller

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Don’t Give Up

Don’t be discouraged by friends or family who do not support you in your journey towards a healthier, slimmer lifestyle. Quite often people find it intimidating and even frightening when someone important in their life begins to make life altering changes. Keep your chin up and keep smiling!  It’s best

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