Biggest challenges people have trying to get fit could be considered an excuse as well and that is that they have no time or they are too lazy to workout. If people would remember that good health is one of the top two most important things in their lives maybe they would exercise more. Family is the other most important thing in most peoples lives but without good health how much can you enjoy the Family? Good Health adds years to your life and life to your years and it can only take 30-60 minutes 3 times a week to make a big difference in ones health. Get Lean in 19!
Biggest one ever is...Not getting results. This typically comes from those who are not following their programs. For instance, not wanting to adjust their diet/nutrition to their change in physical activity. Don't do their homework, (workouts on their own), mention what they're "not" going to do.
A sit down to re-evaluate what is going on in their lives, what changes occured from the time of start to present, ask questions about meal plans, sleep, work, personal life. It mostly boils down to motivation and no follow through. So then I ask the client is their anything I am not doing for them. What can I do better to support their fitness and nutrition needs. Self check to make sure I didn't overlook something important.
Life happens. Always have a client check in. Also, do a self evaluation. This way you know if the client is truly not doing what they're supposed to or regressing in phases, I.E. contemplation stage, etc. Or possibly you need to change the workout plan all together. The client could have hit a plateau.
I hope this year finds you well and happy! Great question! Lots of things come to mind.. as there are many aspects to the human being developing, healing and evolving in this beautiful process and journey. To be honest; in my opinion, I'd say that the biggest challenge I have seen be a constant struggle, in many platforms... The absolute main challenge would be their own limiting beliefs. This is by far the one thing standing in the way and intervening in keeping or even starting a healthy regimen. Training the mind is where I like to start.
As a yoga teacher, my students are often not coming to a new yoga practice with the concept of becoming 'fit' as much as looking for wellness. Many students have physical challenges or concerns in their body that they view as an obstacle (lack of flexibility, larger body shape, restriction from injury or illness). Some of these concerns are issues we work with and around to be able to build them a practice that supports their restrictions and allows them to see & feel progression in their body and mobility. Some concerns, like lack of flexibility, are not challenges at all, but a starting point. Once they begin to understand that this practice is about more than just physical advances and we're not looking for instagram poses, then those road blocks begin to dissolve.
I would say making themselves a priority and motivation. We try to really help them establish a time right away when they join and then connect them to other members and build relationships with them to help with the motivation. It makes a difference when you have fun while you are improving your health and getting fit.
Thank you for your question. The biggest challenge anyone faces regarding fitness is attitude and commitment. Attitude and commitment are everything!
Pilates and yoga are very different, but make a happy fitness “marriage”. Knowing what you’re getting is the key to a lifestyle of practicing fitness so that one can enjoy all of life more. A classically trained, lineage-based Pilates instructor knows how to teach The Method as it is intended to be practiced for maximum benefits for body and mind. For this reason, consumers should try to find studios with classical apparatus and classically trained teachers. Many places are selling “Pilates” and aren’t practicing the authentic Method. Clients are always relieved (thankfully) to get to STAR after trying other places, and I love helping them live their best!
Time. It is categorically, and undeniably time...but that usually leads to their personal desire. I spent most of my time actively listening, and less time forcing my agenda. In the end it works out for both parties.
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Biggest one ever is...Not getting results. This typically comes from those who are not following their programs. For instance, not wanting to adjust their diet/nutrition to their change in physical activity. Don't do their homework, (workouts on their own), mention what they're "not" going to do.
A sit down to re-evaluate what is going on in their lives, what changes occured from the time of start to present, ask questions about meal plans, sleep, work, personal life. It mostly boils down to motivation and no follow through. So then I ask the client is their anything I am not doing for them. What can I do better to support their fitness and nutrition needs. Self check to make sure I didn't overlook something important.
Life happens. Always have a client check in. Also, do a self evaluation. This way you know if the client is truly not doing what they're supposed to or regressing in phases, I.E. contemplation stage, etc. Or possibly you need to change the workout plan all together. The client could have hit a plateau.
Hello Cindy!
I hope this year finds you well and happy! Great question! Lots of things come to mind.. as there are many aspects to the human being developing, healing and evolving in this beautiful process and journey. To be honest; in my opinion, I'd say that the biggest challenge I have seen be a constant struggle, in many platforms... The absolute main challenge would be their own limiting beliefs. This is by far the one thing standing in the way and intervening in keeping or even starting a healthy regimen. Training the mind is where I like to start.
As a yoga teacher, my students are often not coming to a new yoga practice with the concept of becoming 'fit' as much as looking for wellness. Many students have physical challenges or concerns in their body that they view as an obstacle (lack of flexibility, larger body shape, restriction from injury or illness). Some of these concerns are issues we work with and around to be able to build them a practice that supports their restrictions and allows them to see & feel progression in their body and mobility. Some concerns, like lack of flexibility, are not challenges at all, but a starting point. Once they begin to understand that this practice is about more than just physical advances and we're not looking for instagram poses, then those road blocks begin to dissolve.
I would say making themselves a priority and motivation. We try to really help them establish a time right away when they join and then connect them to other members and build relationships with them to help with the motivation. It makes a difference when you have fun while you are improving your health and getting fit.
Hi Cindy,
Thank you for your question. The biggest challenge anyone faces regarding fitness is attitude and commitment. Attitude and commitment are everything!
Pilates and yoga are very different, but make a happy fitness “marriage”. Knowing what you’re getting is the key to a lifestyle of practicing fitness so that one can enjoy all of life more. A classically trained, lineage-based Pilates instructor knows how to teach The Method as it is intended to be practiced for maximum benefits for body and mind. For this reason, consumers should try to find studios with classical apparatus and classically trained teachers. Many places are selling “Pilates” and aren’t practicing the authentic Method. Clients are always relieved (thankfully) to get to STAR after trying other places, and I love helping them live their best!
Best regards,
Gyl
Making the time to take care of yourself is the biggest obstacle for most of my clients. It's can be hard to put yourself first!
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Time. It is categorically, and undeniably time...but that usually leads to their personal desire. I spent most of my time actively listening, and less time forcing my agenda. In the end it works out for both parties.
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