So often, it’s our limiting thoughts that keep us from the change we desire. How often have you wanted to do something badly, then not followed through out of fear or uncertainty keep you from acting? When it comes to fitness - what’s holding you back from change?

When I first began practicing yoga, one of the main things that kept me from joining a studio was the thought that “I’m not flexible enough.” This fear almost made me not try and as a yoga instructor I’ve now learned just how common my thoughts were. You may not believe it now, but at the time I couldn’t even touch my toes! What I learned was that touching my toes didn’t matter. And, with time and consistency, I felt huge changes in my body.

When you think about staring a fitness routine, does your mind chime in with excuses like:

• I’m too old

• I’m not flexible enough

• I’m not thin enough

• I’m not strong enough

• I don’t have time

• I won’t know where to start

• I’ll never be as fit as “XYZ”

• It’s too expensive

What would happen if you let go of the narrative your mind created and started a new one? Let go of the lies your ego tells you out of fear. Remember we control our thoughts.

When you think of coming to a fitness facility, does your fear of inadequacy keep you from achieving change? The truth is, everyone starts somewhere. At one point everyone feels too out of shape, too weak, too inflexible. The gym is here to help you overcome these obstacles.

The idea of a joining a gym is intimidating. You may be nervous about being around other clients who are in seemingly better condition. At Success Studio, we understand.

We work with clients to set and achieve realistic goals through the expertise of our personal trainers. We develop programs personalized to YOU to enhance your long-term health and the ability to stay active for as long as you desire.

The next time your mind chimes in with excuses flip the script:

• I can stay fit and healthy no matter my age

• Flexibility is built through practice

• I can work toward my weight loss goals

• I can grow stronger

• If I want to live a long, healthy life, I will make time to take care of myself

• I deserve support so that I can know where to start

• With hard work I can be as fit as I desire

• I am worth the investment

It’s time to let go of your limiting beliefs and invest in your success. The first step to success is believing you can and we’re here to help you as you learn to. The truth is, if we don’t make time for our health and fitness, we won’t ever overcome our excuses and our quality of life won’t change. Want to have more energy to enjoy time with your family? Feel strong and conditioned enough to lift or play with your children/grandchildren? Maintain independence into your old age?

Fitness can help you achieve all these things - but you have to believe in yourself first. What’s holding you back? When you’re ready, we’re here to help you start a fitness journey. Email info@successstudiopt.com to learn more today.