I’ve been in the fitness industry for over 26 years. Coaching people on how to stay fit and healthy is my passion and extremely rewarding. I really love seeing people thrive in every area of their lives.
However, there is a very superficial and at times even judgmental side to the fitness industry that can frustrate me as a professional and cause more harm than good to the public.
The fitness industry has a tendency to base a healthy lifestyle on how your body looks on the outside. Oftentimes, they show you images of air-brushed professionals that workout for a living. I’m not knocking their hard work and dedication but how you look on the outside is only one piece of the puzzle.
It’s important to avoid comparing yourself to others. Bodies come in all shapes and sizes and there is always a story behind the success.
In order to sustain a healthy lifestyle long-term it’s critical that you create a weight loss and /or management plan that helps you look and feel your best while allowing you to live a life that you enjoy.
Anything less than that will be VERY difficult to maintain.
In today’s video I share tips on how to maintain a healthy body image by focusing on being your own personal best and seeing yourself in a positive way.
How we think about ourselves determines how we act. And my desire for you is that you would see yourself as the wonderfully unique individual that you are designed to be.
To your optimal health and fitness!
With love,
Jennifer Ledford