STOP IT!!

Alright...I am going to rant like a fitness coach (I am sure Jillian and Bob-The Biggest Loser-will get a kick out of this one)! Let me make this loud and clear...THERE IS NO CAN'T!!! How in the world has this word even made it through all of the generations? It just has such a negative vibe. It's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual limitations spread far and wide when this word (I have a really hard time even writing this word...so I will call it the "C" word) is even on the tongue. It simply astounds me how many people use this word on a regular basis. Listen...I understand that life is not easy and there are times that we will be tested, but to use the "C" word is just an excuse! I have been fortunate enough in life to be around people that have more adversity in their lives than anyone could ever imagine. Heck...I have a four year old niece who has a rare genetic disorder and she has had to endure more than I could in 10 lifetimes. Not once...not once...has my brother and my sister-in-law ever felt sorry for themselves or said the "C" word. Give up...not a chance! They persevere under the most extreme circumstances.

The cold hard truth is that when someone uses the "C" word, they either don't want to or don't know how. (As much as I would like to take credit for this phrase, it was given to me by a friend). Moving forward, instead of saying the "C" word, use some of these...

"I am having trouble with this. Could you help me out?"
"I really don't want to"
"This is difficult, wanna help me out?"

I challenge you for one day to rid yourself of this word. You will accomplish more than you ever thought possible! I look forward to being part of your fitness education and challenge you to reach farther, dream bigger, and believe in yourself.