May 24, 2008
Topic:
Habitual Health Philosophy
Many people see me as just another personal trainer, but my training philosophies are very unique, so unique I have written a book on the subject called Habitual Health. My program has a very high success rate and today we are going to go over some of my core techniques to keep you headed toward your goals.
Motivation is often overrated - It really is. What determines long term success on any health program is the development of healthy habits not endless discipline or will power. I recommend my clients to use what I call motivation-sparing techniques. Instead of working out at home which takes tremendous discipline and motivation, hire a trainer or take a fitness class. You only need enough motivation to get in your car and drive there. A good instructor will take care of the rest.
One bad habit at a time – Instead of taking the overnight health nut approach, pick one bad habit and try to eliminate it. For example, for the next couple of months focus slowly weaning yourself off sugar. Next try to reduce the fried foods you eat. Make it a habit to go walking after dinner.
If you don’t change your habits you don’t change - I don’t care how much weight you lose. If you don’t set out to develop healthy habits, you’ll just gain the weight back. If you stay consistent, your body will eventually start to like exercise and healthy food the way it used to like pizza and sitting on the couch.
Question from viewers:
Lecia
Wes, this is a two part question. First, My husband is trying to gain weight but can't lift weights due to medical restraints, he can participate in walking and light bouncing as on a mini trampoline. So, in order for him to gain weight quickly 1 - Is it more important to load up on calories or proteins. 2 - What type of calories and/or proteins should be used?
Kathy (by phone)
I tend to gain weight from the waist down. What’s the best way to target that area when I’m working out?
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