You probably like to think that you have integrity. You’re proud that you follow through and do what you tell others you’ll do…that you honor commitments to friends, family, coworkers, and others, right? But what about keeping promises to yourself? 🤔 It’s so much easier to let those slide, isn’t it? We’ve all done it
Accomplish your goals. Muhammad Ali famously said he “hated every minute of training, but I said, ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.’” This mindset—enduring discomfort today in service of something greater tomorrow—is a hallmark of champions, and one of the most powerful mental shifts you can adopt
Click on the image to watch the video The flashy world of bungee workouts seems to promise a shortcut to the body—and the life—you want. Maybe you’ve seen ads with people bouncing in harnesses, grinning from ear to ear. Sure, it looks exciting, novel, and fun. But before you sign up, let’s get real: as a 25+
It’s not just working out—it’s building a foundation for a better life. That’s not just a slogan. It’s the driving insight behind what a true health and fitness routine is supposed to achieve. When approached holistically, fitness is the gateway for transformation: physically, mentally, emotionally, and even spiritually. My Journey to Holistic Fitness I’ve felt
What you think is physically possible for your body may not be the full truth—and these beliefs may set you up for failure in your fitness or rehab journey. The real limiting factor? Your proprioceptors—the thousands of mini “computers” throughout your body that sense movement, joint position, and potential. Just being awake doesn’t mean these
The toughest challenge in starting any new health or fitness program isn’t physical—it’s mental and emotional. While muscle soreness or awkward new movements are uncomfortable, they’re nothing compared to the mental resistance that can arise. Doubt, fear, and a host of unhelpful thoughts come up as soon as you leave your comfort zone, especially when
For many, the reason to exercise shifts over time from chasing physical goals to pursuing better emotional balance and mental health. Science increasingly confirms that movement, exercise, and posture shape our emotional state as powerfully as any other health habit. When physically active, the brain releases neurochemicals and hormones associated with positive mood and stress
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to give up on your long-term fitness results and health goals when they don’t deliver immediate results. We start with motivation, follow advice, and put in the work, but if our bodies don’t change quickly, frustration sets in. This can lead to abandoning routines, switching programs, or giving up
The Conventional “Workout” Approach And Why It Fails “Working out” is sold as a universal solution to health. The pitch: join gyms, take classes, and do what you’re told—because that’s what responsible adults do. But despite all the fitness marketing around being “strong,” “flexible,” or “balanced,” most people never get the results they hope for.
Why Change is Necessary for Progress “Change yourself if you want to change your outcome.” Einstein famously said, “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” In fitness—and life—this principle is crucial. If you want to reach new goals or break through your current plateau, you need to try new