Phillip Kriss, Athlete & Chiropractor

I don’t think most tough athletes get out of bed super early to go work out because they like it. I think they would find staying in bed much more comfortable. Getting up at 4:15 to run in the cold dark rain does not sound like much fun at all. How can anybody do that year after year and be successful at it? Would the motivation be to loose weight? That may work for a while but most attain their goal weight and back to their old habits they go. The thrill of a podium finish? Maybe, but over time that looses it’s flair, and few win forever. I think there is one common thread I have observed that make any fitness program work, and that is other people. I do know ironmen who train alone, which makes sense because you race alone. But, who would choose aloneness over doing it with others that have the same goal in mind? I found myself in a similar predicament a few weeks ago. My wife “made” me get out of bed at 4:15 and go to a strength and endurance class at our local gym with som...

Quotes: “If you can find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.” “The size of your success is measured by the strength of your desire; the size of your dream; and how you handle disappointment along the way.” ____________________________ •Look at your past What got in the way last time you attempted to lose weight or exercise? Was your diet too strict, were you feeling deprived, were you tired/sore, were you confused about how to exercise? Were you too busy? Make a list and then figure out how fix those things this time. Break the cycle. •Be realistic Losing weight or getting fit can be slow and it isn’t always a linear process. Even if you don’t see results, your body IS changing, burning more calories, gaining more muscle. Give your body the time to respond, and make sure your goals are realistic. •Get excited Do you remember why you were so excited when you first started the contest? What was your original goal? Remind yourself of that goal, how you want...