One of the most common complaints I hear from people seeking help from me in my capacity as a personal trainer or psychologist is that they lack motivation. If only they had more motivation, they would be able to address that big problem – lose weight, get a new job, fix their relationships, achieve theirContinue reading “Motivation: Not actually what you’re looking for”
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Your inner rebel: Make it work for you
We all have that bit in us that says, ‘Damn it, I’ll do what I want’. It’s kind of like our inner 2-year-old screaming out in full tantrum. It might not be what’s best for us, but for that moment we want it. Logical or not, it’s part of being a person – that rawContinue reading “Your inner rebel: Make it work for you”
Zero to One: the hardest step
I have the privilege of working with what I see as the entire breadth human abilities. From those who are struggling to maintain a healthy level of general functioning, to those cautiously approaching a positive change, to those who are taking their performance to an even higher level. Although dealing with a high achieving individualContinue reading “Zero to One: the hardest step”
Getting a grip: responsibility vs blame for obesity and the role of compassion in finding fitness
Day one of a training course on psychological approaches to obesity. High point: a refresher on the role of insulin in weight gain and fat retention. Low point: when all the women in the room, except me – but including the trainer – raised their hands to say that they would like to lose coupleContinue reading “Getting a grip: responsibility vs blame for obesity and the role of compassion in finding fitness”
All the gear, No idea?
CrossFit. We swear by it for getting us in the best shape of our lives. But it’s not just the rippled muscles that make us stand out from the crowd. Like any community, we have our own language and our own distinctive style. For example, quick glance at the footwear is a good initial signalContinue reading “All the gear, No idea?”