You may have heard that there is an unwritten definition for insanity and it goes like this: insanity is to do the same thing over and over expecting that you'll get a different result. 

 

Sometimes I feel a little insane being a fitness professional.  For example, I get asked the same questions from clients, non clients, friends and family.  Every time I meet someone new and they find out what I do, they always ask one of the following:

Despite answering these questions over and over, I find that the client(s) asking these questions, sometimes, over and over again, don't listen to the answers! 

 

Now, my trainers and I do not mind answering the questions, even from the same person, but, isn't this somewhat insane?

 

We (CFC) have some great weight loss and fitness articles on the web site (BLOG), but have you read them? 

 

We have some great 'Partners in Health' who will measure, observe and fit you into the best running shoe for the type of runner you are, and may I add, at a discounted price.  All this special treatment prevents injuries and keeps your body working the way it should!  Nevertheless, we still have clients who buy their shoes at DSW, Sports Authority or Target! 

 

We have exercise equipment vendors who are willing to give discounts just because you are a member of CFC.  Purchase a stability ball, a Bosu Ball or a medicine ball and increase the number of exercises your trainer can teach you.  These tools will help you develop a stronger core and prevent boredom and stale routines.  When was the last time you added something new to your routine?

 

However, the most often asked question I get on a regular basis is, "Why am I not seeing results?" Personally, I feel that this is the most undeserving question to ask a trainer.  Why? Because I know my trainers and I are doing our part while you are in our class.  It is highly probable that you are doing something wrong with the other 23 plus hours between classes!  Most likely it has a great deal do with your nutrition/diet.  This is why CFC has partnered with two of the best Registered Dietitians in Northern Virginia, both of whom are willing to give discounts off of their normal rates.  Between the two of them, they are meeting with ONE (1) CFC client on a regular basis!

 

If you are sure it isn't your nutrition, what are the chances that you're not attending classes often enough?  Or, are you working at the right intensity (click here to read the article at the MySpace BLOG) when you're not working with CFC? 

 

Insanity? What do you think?

 

Exercising and getting into better shape is time consuming, inconvenient, and generally not fun and will never be easy.  However, I promise you, it is one thing that you can do on a regular basis that you will never, ever regret!