All or Nothing

"I have been working a lot and now I haven't been to the gym in a few days...I'm just going to take some time off. Why bother killing myself...I can just go back next week."

If you have ever whispered these words in your head, you have definitely taken the road to the all or nothing perspective. If you have followed that path, you also know that it will lead you only to an unhealthy lifestyle and make it extremely difficult to get back to your routine. It is often a slippery slope when you rationalize your health. It is not about going mock speed for a week or a month and then taking "time off." The biggest gains in your health will come from consistent work and taking the time to evaluate your progress and make adjustments that will bring you gains that you can appreciate.

The all or nothing is just that. You are either all in or all out. There is no room for maybe. I suggest that clients make adjustments to their routine by having a back-up plan. If you have a meeting that creates a challenge for you at your normal workout time then have a back up plan. It could be an evening walk or swim. It could be 2 shorter workouts during the day to save time. The key is to be all in and that means having the flexibility to adapt when necessary but the discipline to stick to your plan when needed.

The all or nothing is just that! If you are not all in...you will get nothing!