Everything Is A Choice

Our choices every day grow us or slowly take us down.

I don’t believe that there are any neutral choices in life, really.And too often, over time we make enough of those small and seemingly insignificant choices that take us down.

We put off getting fit and healthy.We’ll quit the job that’s sucking our soul when the time is right.

We’ll leave that miserable relationship when the timing is *perfect*.

We have so many stories that we tell ourselves, but they’re all lies and it comes down to this…

IT’S EASIER TO BELIEVE OUR OWN LIES. Because when we believe the lies we stay small.

We don’t take risk. We stay in our comfort zones.

We appease our egos. And that’s FAR easier than the discomfort of growth and change.

So, if you are reading this and there’s more you want for yourself in any area of life, act now.Not later. Not tomorrow. Literally right now otherwise it’ll likely never happen.

And you’ll look back at the end of the year or next year or five years or ten…and just wish…

Wish the choices were different.

Wonder and yearn for what could’ve been if you’d made that scary decision.

But I promise you this, the more risk you take and the more scarier decisions you lean into, the easier they become.

More abundance comes into your life.

There’s more ease and less anxiety around big, life-changing decisions.

Simply, you create a fulfilling life and unwavering trust in yourself. And to me, that’s priceless.

So, what are you holding back on right now? What tough, uncomfortable decision do you need to make to move your business and/or life forward?

Are you listening?

No one likes the experience of feeling negative emotions.  Whether it’s stress, uneasiness, unhappiness, or disappointment – it just feels bad.

 And it’s supposed to.

 You see, negative emotions serve a purpose in our lives.  They are a CALL TO ACTION.

 When you feel those negative emotions coming up, carefully evaluate what they are occurring around.  What is causing you to feel that way?

 Negative emotions are there to drive you do something differently in life.  If you sit in your negative emotions and do nothing, they will linger.  If you take action toward changing the situation, you can exchange the negative feelings for positive ones.

 Let’s look at an example.

 People often come to Full Circle Fitness with negative emotions around their bodies.  They avoid mirrors, having their partners see them unclothed, or they feel a general need to cover up.  There can be shame, disappointment, self-doubt, or an array of other negative emotions.

 If nothing is done to change that body image, do you think those negative emotions will go away?  Of course not!

 But if that person takes action…if they come to us, engage in our awesomely positive and supportive community, change their eating, and ultimately, change their bodies, will those negative emotions change?  You bet!

 You can see it clearly when you look at before and after photos of people who have transformed their bodies.  You can see the obvious unhappiness in the before photo and the pride and confidence in the after photo – such an incredible thing to observe!

 Of course, negative emotions appear around every area of our lives.  The key is tuning into them, understanding that they are calling you to action, identifying the action you need to take to change the negative emotions, and finally, taking action!

So, I challenge you today to tap into those negative feelings you’re experiencing in any area of life.  What call to action are they giving you?

If you’re open to sharing, I would love to know.

Should You Watch The Scale?

We see it here at Full Circle Fitness all the time.  

 Someone has just joined us or is coming in for a reassessment and there’s the dreaded look when we ask them to step on the scale.  

 For so many people, that number has determined their mood, happiness levels, and even their personal value or worth for many years.

 We actually preach detachment from the scale, but at the same time, it’s important to have numbers by which to track progress, and the scale is one of those numbers that gives us data.

 One question that comes up a lot is why more weight isn’t lost when people are eating right and working out hard.

 Don’t get me wrong – when someone is significantly overweight, the scale should and will change drastically with the implementation of new and healthier habits.

 But for many people, the scale is slow to move.  It can be frustrating! But here’s why…

 It’s a simple matter of density.  No, muscle doesn’t weigh more than fat because a pound of fat and a pound of muscle will always weight the same.

 It just so happens that muscle takes up a lot less space.  In fact, fat can take up THREE times more space than muscle of the same weight!

 We’ve seen clients gain 5 pounds while dropping two dress sizes, and they’re STOKED about that!

 Many factors can also play into what the scale says on any given day, including hydration levels, muscle glycogen levels, stress levels, and for women, time of the month.

 So, if you’re feeling married to the number on the scale, be sure to take other body measurements, track clothing sizes, notice your strength gains, become aware of your energy levels after workouts, realize how daily mundane tasks are becoming easier,  etc. because weight is not the only measure of success!

The Answer No One Wants To Hear

I believe that one of the reasons that the health/fitness/diet industry is bringing in more BILLIONS by the year is because people are searching for an answer that doesn’t exist.

The answer that’s easy.

The answer that tells them they don’t really have to change or give up a lot of what they love.

I’m here to tell you…

If you want a different result than what you’ve been getting, there’s no way around changing your patterns and behavior.

And that’s the tough stuff that keeps people stuck for years and decades.

Soooo much of that answer people don’t want to hear comes down to one thing: YOUR NUTRITION.

Want to lose overall body fat? Nutrition.

Want to reduce cellulite? Nutrition.

Want to improve your medical numbers? Nutrition.

Of course, exercise matters too, but nutrition plays the biggest part.

You know this to be true in your heart and in your past experience.

But making and sticking to the actual changes required is one of the hardest challenges people take on in the western world.

Because food is everywhere, temptation is all around us, junk food is made to be addictive, and so much of our social activity revolves around food…and usually not healthy food.

Food is fun. We express love and rewards in food. We help people through grief with food.

The list goes on and on.

If you want real change that lasts forever, believe me when I say that the answer is your food.

It’s just that no one wants to hear it. 

So, they keep searching, seeking…

For the magical, easier answer that just doesn’t exist.

If you know you’re ready for change and you know you just need some guidance and accountability to make it happen, then contact us and let us show you how we can help.

We have the expertise in nutritional education that will allow you to finally get some results without completely sacrificing foods you enjoy. Let’s us help guide you through the challenging parts.

Let’s tackle this thing together.

A Love Challenge

Because February is the month of love, I want to offer a unique challenge to you.

First, I want you to write a list of the things you love about yourself.

About how you look…

About who you are…

About how you treat other people…

About what you’ve accomplished…

The list can be as long as you want it to be.

Side note: if you struggle with this, it’s even more important that you complete this exercise.

Once you’ve completed your list, I want you to stand in front of a mirror and read the list aloud, glancing into your own eyes so you can see and feel the truth of it all.

Deep breaths as you move through it without rushing.

Even feel free to close your eyes as you allow the emotion of those things you love about yourself to sweep through your body and amplify.

Do this every day for at least a week.

Feel free to add to the list at any time.

Until you do this exercise, you can’t imagine how powerful it will be.

So, will you trust me and do this?

I hope so.

Because loving yourself more is the key to making progress in so many other areas of life.

Let me know how this goes or what comes up for you once you’ve completed the exercise, ok?

I can’t wait to celebrate you. <3

When You Give It All Away

I can’t quite figure out when culturally we decided that giving all of ourselves away was the thing we had to do.

Whether you’re career-driven, a parent, or otherwise, the common thing is to give it all away – your time, your energy, and your attention – and leave nothing for yourself.

We believe it makes us good parents and spouses.

We believe it makes us the most dedicated workers.

But when all we do is help others and leave nothing for ourselves aside from an empty brain and a body completely drained of energy at the end of the day, no one really wins.

This isn’t to say you should shirk your obligations…that’s not realistic.

But reprioritizing your energy and attention is entirely doable.

Because the truth is that when you make the time for yourself to exercise, have alone time, and to eat well, everyone benefits.

You’re a BETTER parent and spouse.

You perform in your job BETTER.

You’re HAPPIER.

And when you’re happier, so is everyone else in your life.

Happiness is magnetic.

So is drained energy and stress.

The excuse is made far too often that we don’t have the time to do the things that fill us up.

But we all have 24 hours in a day – 24 hours is the great equalizer for humanity.

And you do get to choose (even if it feels like maybe you don’t).

So, what would fill your cup?

What would energize you and inspire you, resulting in being better for everyone else across all areas of life?

One of the things I find with my clients is that being part of the community I’ve built changes everything for them.

They’re finally able to commit to their fitness routine and eating healthier long-term.

Their energy rises. They smile more. They beam with confidence.

They become even more magnetic.

If this is something you know you need, click here or reply to this message right now so we can schedule a time to speak.

Everything is possible.

What do you want for yourself?

Ignore The Highlights Reel

Social media is an incredible platform that has brought humans from all over together and made the world a much smaller place.

It’s also a platform that has allowed people to build businesses, raise funds for charitable causes, and to spread social awareness…as well as many other things.

But the flip side of that is that social media has also created the perception that everyone’s life is more amazing than yours.

They’re more successful, have happier families, vacation more…

And what I’m here to remind you of today is the importance of ignoring the highlight reel.

When you see magical things happening for everyone else online, don’t fall into the trap of thinking that’s their reality 100% of the time.

With the explosion of social media, depression and anxiety have also dramatically increased.

It’s easier said than done, but comparing yourself to others is one of the most dangerous games to play…especially when you’re typically only getting the highlight reel.

My suggestion is to use the social media highlight reel to empower yourself rather than to compare yourself.

Is Susan crushing her New Year’s resolution in the gym while you’ve not gotten started yet?

Let Susan’s new-found dedication inspire you. Reach out to Susan and ask what she’s been doing. Even ask for her support and accountability.

Use the things that previously got you down or made you feel less-than for your greater good.

It’s not always an easy mindset shift to make, but it’s a powerful one.

6 Steps To Achieving Anything

One of the things I am most passionate about is helping people achieve things they thought were previously impossible.  The amazing thing about working with people in fitness is that once they start to achieve those “impossible” feats, it trickles over into other areas of life.

Someone who loses 50 pounds or conquers new feats of strength for the first time suddenly gets a promotion at work, gains the confidence to quit their job and start that business they’ve been dreaming about, or even leave a relationship that made them unhappy and wasn’t serving them.

It’s truly incredible to witness these total life transformations over and over again.  And I believe it comes down to following these 6 steps:

1.      Identify your impossible goal.  What’s that thing you’ve been dreaming about but haven’t committed to or verbalized?

2.      Commit to a deadline.  Write it down.  Make it non-negotiable.  Look at the goal and deadline every day.

3.      Reverse engineer the steps it’s going to take to achieve that goal.  Ask for support from a friend or coach if you’re not sure.

4.      Ask yourself “what will it cost me to achieve this goal?”  Will it cost money, time, or giving up things you enjoy like television?  Make sure you’re willing to commit to the cost no matter what.

5.      Ask yourself “who do I have to become to make this happen?  Do you need to become a morning person, more independent, or figure out a way to eliminate excuses from your vocabulary?  You MUST check in on yourself every day to ensure you are becoming who you need to achieve the goal.

6.      Find someone who believes in you and get them to hold you accountable.  Very few people achieve goals entirely on their own.  Having a coach to support you is one of the BEST things you can do.  They will give you honest feedback, help identify your blind spots, and help you strategize when you feel like your plan isn’t working.

Ok, now it’s your turn!

Give it some thought (or maybe you know right away) then share with me your IMPOSSIBLE GOAL!  It is only by setting, working toward, and achieving the “impossible” that we truly live an extraordinary life.

Will You Be In The 5%?

95% of people just quit too soon.

I swear, the more I learn and work with clients, the more I realize that success comes to those who simply don’t quit and who show up consistently.

There’s no magic business bullet that guarantees health, fitness, weight loss, etc…

More than ever, people are being fed lies about what it takes to achieve a lean and healthy body.

Some people have very fast success. Others work crazy HARD for it.

Regardless, those who’ve achieved success in their health and fitness…

Never gave up.

Never stopped showing up.

Didn’t compare themselves and their progress to others and let it get them down.

This is what my most successful clients do too.

When you want to have the body, health, and fitness that most people just dream about, you have to be willing to do the things most people are unwilling to do.

So, if you want the confidence, freedom, and vitality, do these 5 things:

1. Don’t quit

2. Show up consistently no matter what

3. Get support and accountability

4. Do the uncomfortable things that 95% of people are unwilling to do (and do them often)

5. Believe and trust in yourself even through the hardest moments

Success, quitting, or failure is 100% in your court. Once you own that, you can easily determine whether or not your daily decisions and actions are aligned to your business/life desires.

Would LOVE for you to share your thoughts and experiences related to the above! 

Let's start the #iamthefit5percent movement and show everyone out there that there are people who can persevere to get the results they want.

P.S. And if you’re ready to commit once and for all and be in the 5% of people who reach and sustain their goals, then come by for a FREE fitness consultation and let us help. Email, or call us and book an appointment today.

For The Sake Of The Upcoming Decade

Think back to where you were in January of 2010.

What were you doing with your life?

How did you look and feel?

Chances are that some parts of the 2020 experience for you feel like yesterday, while other parts feel like a distant memory.

You see…the entering of a new decade is a big deal.

It’s not as easy to shrug off as the start of a simply a new year.

Because you can see how much life changes in a decade a lot more clearly.

And for those who’ve neglected their health and fitness long-term, the turn of a decade can truly be life and death.

There comes a point in time when being out of shape and unhealthy is less about vanity and discomfort and more about imminent disease and potentially death…or even being unable to do the things you’d dreamed of doing.

Even if you’re not there yet, living in a body that is exhausted and that you’re not proud of is a painful daily experience.

But that choice always belongs to us.

You could look back on the 2020 you in 2030 and long for your youth and health…or you could spend the next decade becoming the strongest, fittest, and healthiest you’ve ever been – no matter where you are as you’re reading these words.

Nothing in this life is guaranteed to us, but we can control our own choices, behaviors, and outcomes.

Aside from outside incidents, we can control our physique, our health, and even our happiness.

What are you going to choose in 2020?

If you need help in your fitness journey, or just looking to get back on track this year, then contact us anytime at trainfullcircle@gmail.com, or through our website.