My Clients (and Friends) Share the Lifestyle Changes that Positively Affected Their Life the Most Over the Last Year
Recently I asked my personal training clients and friends "Which lifestyle changes in the last year positively affected your life the most?" and here are their answers (they may give you an idea for a change you can make today)!!!
Diet! I have made this change recently, but I can already read my body so much better based on what I eat. - R.K.
Adopt a more plant-based diet and (try to) reduce alcohol consumption! The second one is more of a work in progress...lol - A.S.
Two things come to mind: Weight training twice weekly and cutting out any sweetener/flavor syrups from coffee drinks! - J.K.
I have become more veggie-centric in my life than my former cheese-centric existence. That, tracking my meals without becoming obsessed about every little thing I'm doing, and generally looking at my overall health and fitness goals in the macro, not the micro have affected me most positively. I know I have a long way to go and have had some setbacks, but I also know I am on the right path, which has made all the difference! - C.M.
Beyond Sausages. - W.W.
Starting each morning with a light workout. Stopped purchasing and eating breads and pasta during the week. - D.P.
Removing negative people. - S.R.
Seriously, hitting the gym, even if only 30 minutes a day. I don't look drastically different, but I feel much better! - B.L.
Cut out (simple) carbs, down 30lbs. - A.H.
Start each day fresh and put yesterday behind you! - A.R.
Sleep. - A.Z.
Doing more things for myself. - K.H.
I’ll give you two. I started calling my mom nearly daily after my dad passed. Also, it sounds terrible for someone my age, but I cut time spent playing video games, which led to less time on devices, which led to being more engaged with my family. - G.S.
Eliminating caffeine, gluten, dairy & soy for almost six months now. Total Game Changer! - S.M.
It’s straightforward. I decided to be more active. Get up and move. Stand. Walk. Go outside. Stretch. Practice breathing. Continue to be more active than the previous day. I use steps on Fitbit as one form of measurement. - R.L.
Going to church every week. - J.L.
Picking what is worth fighting for and what will not matter 5 minutes from now. - J.O.
Moving home from San Francisco. I now have time to exercise again!! - L.V.
Moving to VA. That and eliminating dairy. - M.C.
Working it, everything, from the TOP DOWN. Going after the big things relentlessly, instead of wasting effort on building small step by steps. - R.J.
Listen to others rather than hear...and be more patient (automatically increased if you have a toddler at home :-) ). - C.C.
Letting go of unhealthy/ toxic people in my life. I am learning to lower my expectations in many situations, so I will not be disappointed as often. - M.D.
Reading God’s word and praying daily. Brings light into darkness and peace over despair. - B.H.
The lifestyle change that affected me the most was the consistency of doing workouts and other activities like sleeping at the same time. This helped me to work out efficiently as well as feel more rested. Overall, I feel like the most healthy person I can be! - B.C.
Getting help from others. Eating better (not as much sugar and salt). - S.S.
Photo Credit:
The Independent. Co. com–What are you running towards this year?
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: MICHAEL MOODY, PERSONAL TRAINER
As an author, a personal trainer in Denver, and podcast host, Michael Moody has helped personal training clients achieve new fitness heights and incredible weight loss transformations since 2005. He also produces the wellness podcast "The Elements of Being" and has been featured on NBC, WGN Radio, and PBS.
Michael offers personal training to Denver residents who want to meet at the 2460 W 26th Ave studio….or in their homes throughout LoHi (80206), LoDo (80202), RiNo (80216), Washington Park (80209), Cherry Creek (80206, 80209, 80243, 80246, 80231), and Highlands (80202, 80211, 80212). Michael also offers experiences with a personal trainer in Jefferson Park (80211) and Sloan's Lake (80204, 80212).
If you’re looking for a personal trainer who can curate a sustainable (and adaptable) routine based on your needs and wants, Michael is the experienced practitioner you’ve been looking for. Try personal training for a month…your body will thank you!
