Archive for the "Motivation" category


What is a Personal Contract?

In the Navy, I completed Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) to demonstrate my proficiency in driving a ship, running an engineering plant, handling ammunition and almost any aspect of military performance. When Little Man and Little Monkey came along, I wasn’t given the requirements or questions on how to raise them for the next 18 years. [...]

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Babystep #5 Explained: Set Goals

Realistic, satisfying goals lead to success and improvement in any aspect of our life. The fitness journey goals may be broken down in a variety of ways. Here are a list of components to consider in developing your goals:

Nutrition
Cardiorespiratory (Aerobic)
Strength Training (Anaerobic)
Flexibility
Body Composition
Other

Jot down a wish list. Don’t overwhelm yourself. Begin with a focus on [...]

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Reinventing the Before Shot

When I see before/after pictures for weight loss programs, I’m reminded of prison mug shots.  I understand that the money is in showing the most extreme results, but does the person always have to look like they’ve been miserable their whole life in their before shot?  I want people to see my better side.  I [...]

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