This is NOT meant to be a rant post. This is meant to dispel some misconceptions as to what I and all Health & Wellness Coaches ACTUALLY do to help our clients. Sadly, I know for a fact that these falacies have held people back from seeking the help that will get them "over the hump".

Marcellus Bowman III, Head Strength Coach for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL) shared a post on Linkedin recently. It was quick and to the point. I thought it would be fun to use his tips, but to put them into context for the everyday human. Whether you consider yourself an athlete or not, the principles are similar.

I am constantly amazed at how the most basic of human foundations, conversation, can create positive change and shifts in your deep health, in your mindset and bring those "ah ha" moments. However, we NEED an outlet to HAVE and SPARK those kinds of conversations. That's what coaching brings.

YOUR time and YOUR energy are IMPORTANT and neither are infinite. Practice and learn to PROTECT both of these elements. YOU deserve it.

The words and actions ARE NOT aligning. Therefore, time for a different approach. We can say "this is what I need" over and over again. But when we consistently are NOT getting the outcomes we want from this approach, it's time for a new mindset.

YOUR mind, YOUR inner dialogue, YOUR approach is what's holding you back. NOT your physical abilities or knowledge.

Muscular strength and endurance has a host of benefits to our health and longevity without question! Contrary to what you may think, you don't have to be in a gym pumping iron to create strength (though you can of course) and lifting heavy things does NOT mean you will bulk up like a body builder and not be able to fit through door ways... But this is NOT the topic of this post. Here is what sparked today's post: A client of mine is off to see her daugther in the beautiful