Building Habits

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So many people that we coach, a root cause to a lot of past (and current) "failures" for lack of a better term, comes down to simple habits.  Many want to say that they do not have time to get a workout in, meal prep, etc.  But when we take a look at how they are spending their time, we can typically work together and FIND a small window - even if it's a simple half hour time block. 

Another factor? Perfectionism.  Bad habits and perfectionism are two things that will result in missing a goal every single time.  

Let's talk about habits. . . 

Habits are either good or bad.  Good habits? Brushing your teeth, eating nutritious foods, and so on.  Bad habits? Hours of TV each night, drinking excessively, making excuses, etc. 

Research shows that the easiest way to break a bad habit is to REPLACE it with a good habit.  For example, watch too much TV or surf too much social media in the evening? Replace that time with a quick workout or an evening walk.  It takes about 21 days for a new habit to stick.  

Try replacing just ONE habit this week and see what happens.