Tips on how to keep your New Years Resolutions

New Years Resolutions- why they don’t work and helpful tips on finding a qualified Personal Trainer to assist you on your weight loss and general fitness goals.

Author: John Marshall CPT, Coach

We all make resolutions every year and every year come February –for some- it is all forgotten. Why?? What makes the difference between someone who sticks with it and someone who lets it fall to the wayside? The reason is pretty simple. Most are made in response to something negative; a habit or situation that the person wants to change or end. And therein lies the problem – it’s hard to develop momentum from a negative response. It is always easier to move toward something than away from something. Consider one of the most adopted goals — weight loss. No one can get excited about losing weight – it requires deprivation. It’s a negative response to concerns about appearance, health, etc. But if someone is motivated by a goal- a dream, something positive- then it’s not just about losing weight. It’s about living a different life. They start seeing themselves differently therefore they act differently and weight loss is a byproduct of living a healthier lifestyle. Being motivated by something positive is easier then depriving yourself- so don’t make resolutions- make life goals- and your success will last. So to help you find the right person for accomplishing your healthy lifestyle goals consider these tips.

• Are they convenient to get to? If not you will not make it out the door to get started.

• Do you have a monthly budget for a Trainer? Consider the rewards of a healthy body- no medical expenses for aches and pains and sicknesses.

• Do they practice what they preach?  Do they look fit?  Do they follow their own nutrition plans?

• Are they nationally certified and insured?

• Do they have testimonials?

• Do they provide you with a diet and nutrition plan?

• Do they listen to your individual needs and adapt a plan accordingly?

For more information on the subjects discussed here, or for any of your coaching or training needs contact John Marshall at totalbodyworks21@gmail.com.

*John Marshall started his career at Baylor College of Sports Medicine over 15 years ago and has been certified and educated through ISSA, ACE, and PFIT programs.