Monday, July 5, 2010

Punch-You-in-the-Face-Friends?

I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.


Do you have a Punch-You-In-The-Face friend? This is a friend who doesn't need your permission to come up to you and let you know you're making an unwise choice. They're not gonna let you do something stupid! We all have moments in our lives where we are making unwise choices. Having a rational conversation during these times is not something we are capable of because we are being irrational. When in this place we are full of rationalizations for our behavior. It's nice to know you have a friend that is looking out for you that will let you know and "punch-you-in-the-face" if necessary! Haha, well let's hope it wouldn't come to that. If you can't think of someone in your life you've been transparent with to this point, begin looking for someone.
In the realm of health and fitness, think of Jillian Micheals. How great would it be to have a "Jillian" friend that could just tell you to stop eating junk and get back to boot camp.

We as your trainers can only do this to a certain extent. We can't pull out our "Jillian" attitude or you wouldn't come back to boot camp. Or at least most of you wouldn't. Remember, on the Biggest Loser the contestants can't leave! At Adventure Boot Camp we do not have a "break them down so you can build them up" philosophy. We are here to encourage you in your health and fitness and guide you to make better choices for yourself.
This is where creating a circle of influence in your life, of others who value the things you value, is very important and can be of great benefit to your long-term health habits.

Have a fit & fabulous day.  Get a sweat on!
Yours in health,
Sara Oliver
http://www.gettobootcamp.com/
http://www.bootcampchamp.com/

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