What is and isn’t beyond our control

What is and isn’t beyond our control

A memory popped up in my timeline, from the second or third time I saw Arnold working out at Gold’s Gym Venice. Not the first time I saw him, but it was the only time in my life I felt sorta star-struck. Now, I didn’t start having heart palpitations or follow him from...
We all need validation

We all need validation

Every so often I’ll break my own rule and enter one of THOSE online discussions. You know the type. Someone asks a question about their diet or exercise program, sometimes even posting it and asking for “feedback please.” Yet every suggestion or bit...
A note on burnout

A note on burnout

So I ran a coaching push to get set for the New Year. The response was great (thank you) but I was surprised by some of the applications. Some folks, especially some of the women I talked to, are way too overtaxed for even a moderately intense diet and exercise plan....
You might not have a “motivation” issue

You might not have a “motivation” issue

I had a client who signed up for coaching a few months ago but then went dark. I finally heard back from him: “My motivation is low right now. I have no real excuse, I just can’t bring myself to do all the work.” I get this more than I care to admit...