How to “Walk the Walk” of a Fitness Role Model
Here are a few simple behaviors you can use to influence others about the benefits of a healthy lifestyle.
Make a choice before your feet hit the floor. Every morning when you first wake up before your feet hit the floor; make a conscious decision that today you will make healthy exercise and eating choices. Encourage your family and friends to follow your lead.
Use positive language when talking about your exercise and nutrition. Phrases like “I can’t wait to get to the gym today” or “I had an incredible workout this morning” will have a positive impact on the people around you.
Dress and act the part. No, I don’t mean wearing bike shorts to the office. But be proud of your fit body and don’t be afraid to look lean and fit as you walk around everyday. Stand tall, shoulders back, and head held high.
Be knowledgeable about health and wellness. No one likes a know-it-all. But people appreciate an informed opinion. You can easily become the family’s “go-to” person for exercise and nutrition suggestions.
Set a fitness goal and share it with your social network. Having a stated goal and achieving it can be inspiring to others. Talk up your fitness goal whether it be a 5k run or charity bike ride and let everyone know when it will be. They will pull for you and be impressed by your results. And better yet, they will help hold you accountable for completing the event.
Who are your fitness role models? Post a comment to this blog and let us know who inspires you? I've got a couple to get you started. My fitness role models are Lance Armstrong and Laird Hamilton. Laird is a champion extreme surfer (30-50 foot waves). His workout regime is epic.
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