New Year's Resolution Trap

New Year's day...it never fails to evoke feelings of hope and renewal, but is it really a trap?

You've been handed a proverbial clean slate - another chance to shrug off your bad habits and reach for your dreams.

In an attempt to bottle that New Year's vigor, you'll make a few New Year's Resolutions. But before you put pen to paper, you ought to know this:

It has been reported that 92 % of all New Year's Resolutions end in failure.

That means that less than 1 out of every 10 people will successful accomplish their resolutions in 2009.

Ouch - those statistics are brutal. Who in their right mind would take the time to make resolutions when failure is that imminent?

As your trusted source for fitness advice, I'd like to coach you though this sticky situation. Yes, most people fail to achieve their New Year's Resolutions. However, I am going to clue you in on what the 92% do wrong and teach you what the 8% who succeed do right.

First up, the 92% who failed. These well meaning folks shared a common mistake that put the nail in their coffin before they'd even begun.

They bit off more than they could chew.

In all the excitement of becoming a better person and changing their life in the New Year they made the crucial mistake of committing to do too much. But reality set in, a few weeks or even days into their reformed life, and they gave up.

The 92% gave themselves an easy way out. They approached their resolution with an 'all or nothing' attitude. Once the 'all' became too tough they opted for 'nothing'. And just like that another resolution ended in failure - end of story.

Now let's examine the 8% who succeed with their resolutions year after year. The key to their success is quite simple (you may have even guessed it by now).

They set realistic goals.

I'll repeat that... they set REALISTIC goals.

• Instead of resolving to lose 50 pounds by June, they commit to exercise 3-4 times each week.

• Instead of resolving to give up all carbs, they commit to bring healthy snacks to work instead eating from the vending machine.

• Instead of resolving to drop 3 sizes in 3 months, they commit to losing 1 pound each week until they reach their desired size.

• Instead of resolving to never eat out again, they commit to eating healthy all week and rewarding themselves with one meal out on the weekends.

Did you see the difference?

If you want your resolution to stick then think of something simple and realistic. Sure, it certainly won't sound as cool as the resolutions that the 92% make - but they aren't going to keep theirs anyway.

Remember that the whole point of making a New Year's Resolution is to become a healthier, happier and more successful person. Small changes done consistently will make a big difference.


Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

My Interview in RI Monthly Magazine

After flipping my 200 lb tractor tire up a hill first, then holding it for an hour or so, I was actually sore! Photo shoots are kind of fun in the beginning, then it just seems like you keep going and going and going with more pictures. So yes, the tire got very heavy!

All in all it was fun. I also had the privilege of being interview with RI Monthly Magazine and I am featured in the January 2009 "Get Fit" issue. You can view the article at:

http://www.rimonthly.com/Rhode-Island-Monthly/January-2009/Get-Fit/Personal-Training/

or just pick up your own copy in RI stores.


Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

So-Called Health Food

This is the time of year when grocery stores put 'health' and 'diet' foods on display. Before you reach for that box of 'health bars' or '100 calorie packs' take a moment to actually read the nutrition label. Many of these items aren't healthy at all. They are simply cleverly disguised junk food that will actually promote weight gain rather than weight loss. Stick with items that are low in sugar and fat, and eat fresh produce often.


Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

FACEBOOK ME!

Well..I am really liking Facebook and figured I would let you all know about it. I am still figuring out how to use it, but I am getting better!


Facebook me!

- Todd

Weight Loss Challenge Update - Week Six

Since our weight loss challenge is going so well, I thought I would share with you some of the highlights of our last class. We just finished week SIX.

Week SIX was about the importance of digestive health and we focused in on the importance of fiber and cleansing. Since we are only an eight week WLC, I decided to jump ahead and add week EIGHT to this past week too.

Week EIGHT is all about fiber and has a ton of great information. So if you have yet to download week EIGHT, do so now and read thru it.

Fiber helps:

- regulated your blood sugar
- lower cholesterol
- provide a feeling of fullness
- aids in preventing constipation

Week EIGHT list numerous food sources for fiber and even breaks down fruits and veggies by color. Great resource!

We decided that this Tuesday the 16th, we will do our normal week Seven (Dining Out) and add in week 10 (Exercise) so be ready to do some fun strength training :)

Homework:

Download week 7 (Dining Out) & week 10 (Exercise)

Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

PS - there will be a new workout on your training calender soon too!

Fat Burning Press Release!

Check out my Press Release. It has been picked up by a few publications so far.

Burn Fat Up To 9X Faster With Interval Strength Training

Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

Gift Certificates Available

Give the gift of fitness this season!

Simply click on the link below to go to our e-store page and purchase a gift certificate for that special someone.

http://www.goprecisionfitness.com/estore.php

Have a Happy Holiday Season,

Todd