Manuel’s Whole Life Fitness Manifesto
external force that disrupted their schedule, and they allowed it to disrupt their com-mitment to themselves. They decided it was okay not to follow through because they have a convenient cop-out. The truth is, in most situations the externalization just boils down to an internal dialogue. You’ve made a choice. You’ve chosen to allow that to be the reason why you can’t follow through on the commitment you made. Of course, life is unpredictable and sometimes stuff happens, but usually, it’s really just a matter of setting priorities.
Being a working parent of two girls, I acutely understand the pressures of a chal-lenging schedule. My daughters need to be driven to extra-curricular activities or birthday parties, and suddenly there’s an extra squeeze on the time I put aside for exercise. When this happens, I know that I simply have to find time later or earlier in the day, but my commitment must remain in place. I’m careful to avoid leaning on the no-time crutch, along with other all-too-common excuses. There really is truth to the expression: Excuses are just bad habits in disguise.
I often stay motivated by remembering people who I find inspiring, and this trick might help you, too. If you consider what today’s highest achievers have in com-mon, you’ll find that mental rigour plays a big role in their successes. Prime examples
The Whole Life Fitness Power 30 is a well thought-out, easy-to-follow pro-gram focused on self-improvement. Every aspect has been covered, from mindfulness to personal development, including helpful links to websites with exercise demonstrations. This pro-gram is both thoughtful and practical. As a coach, Dai is incredibly supportive, making himself avail-able for any question or concern you might have; he also reaches out and checks in if he hasn’t heard from you in a few days. He is genuine in his com-mitment and passion for wanting everyone to suc-ceed.”—Colleen
As a working mom of three, Dai has really helped me to dedicate what little time I have to my per-sonal growth: mind, body, and spirit. Through the Whole Life Fitness Power 30, I am stronger, healthier, and smaller (I’ve lost a total of 12 pounds and two dress sizes). People in my life have been commenting on my physical abilities, appearance, and dedication to my health; now I’m the one inspiring others! I have completed a leg of a triathlon, Tough Mudder, and I recently signed up for another obstacle race.” —Carey
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include Oprah Winfrey, global entrepreneur Richard Branson, author and business coach Marie Forleo, motivational speaker Robin Sharma, leadership expert Simon Sinek and scholar Brené Brown. All of these people have a no-quit attitude; they believe, and they follow-through.
In particular, I see life success coach Anthony Robbins as someone who embodies this principle. Robbins aims to inspire people to take control of their lives, to fulfil their potential and be the best that they can be. He also leads by example. Take, for instance, Robbins’s philosophy of gratitude. While teaching the importance of grati-tude, Robbins happens to be one of the most globally influential philanthropists, giv-ing both his time and money to the causes that are important to him.
Author Simon Sinek has made it his life’s mission to inspire leaders and help peo-ple realize their underlying driving purpose. In Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, Sinek encourages readers to identify their purpose, and create a life geared toward fulfilling it. When you have that drive and your spirit is on fire, you wake up in the morning with a hop, skip and a jump. Do you think a person in that mental state wants to go and exercise? Heck, yeah, because they are in the right frame of mind to have fun while they do it! They’re already energized so they are naturally drawn to activities that will energize them even more. Our bodies instinctively know that one of the best ways to keep that energy high is simply to elevate our heart rate on a regular basis.
The language you use is crucial to connecting your goals to your ability
