It was then that I made the decision to be excellent.

I wanted to ‘crush it’ on all the measurements of success while I was at boot camp.  So, I studied the requirements of the physical and academic testing.  I worked out specifically to the standards of the test.  My running, push ups and sit ups were all timed to simulate the test.  I read the course work and took copious notes in the classroom when I got to boot camp.

In addition to my decision to be excellent I also have a competitive nature that drives me.  I’m never focused on having another person to lose.  Instead, I’m always focused on my vision of the win.

In conclusion, I finished first in the fitness and academic testing.  And, I received the top award in my class.

Where have you decided to be excellent?

If you’re seeking lifelong success by:

• Shedding fat that is holding you from SOARING
• Stopping STRESS eating that’s weighing you down
• Creating healthy food habits
• Becoming sexy, AGAIN
• Living the SEEDS OF GREATNESS

Achieving long-term success is not done at the tactical level.  The secret is for you to get the 30 thousand foot overhead view.

That is the purpose of the Skinny Jeans Telesummit.  Are you joining us, it’s FREE, but PRICELESS.

I’m wrapping up some copy for an upcoming project and I want you to seek out truths:

• Have you considered that you are just under the radar of your breakthrough brilliance?
• Have you had that ache that you know there is amazing energy that you just don’t have right now…but you know it’s there?
• Have you sucked your tummy in one time too many this week?
• Do you know that you’ve been called to have a great impact, but you’re not in the flow completely?
• Do wince when you think about your weight gain over the past months, years?

Brilliance is at the cellular level.  It’s not just the outer layer.  You were designed with a specific gift and if you’re not physically fit and energized then your light is not making the impact that it could.

Hey, this might not be you.  But, you know someone that fits this profile.

Our collective physical fitness is a reflection of our collective GREATNESS.

Don’t be bummed out if this IS you.  Make a change!  I’m not suggesting radical.  Just move.  10 minutes of breathless exercise with in the first 90 minutes of your day – scheduled – is significant.

People check your ego at the door and get on board.  It’s not ‘all or nothing.’  It’s about doing something…1% more than you did yesterday.

Part of my work is to believe in my clients even before they believe in themselves.  Hey, I might not even know you, but I believe you can move if you commit to move.  Imagine:

• Taking Leaps over steps to put off an energy so that your ideal clients recognize your amazing offer.
• Breathing deeply and confidently when you walk into a room.
• Having your people line up after your presentation because they want what you have.
• Never sucking in your tummy again.

Don’t shrink… Step up to your excellence.

And, bring someone with you.

Most interesting was the show of hands that hadn’t even asked for a sale by the very last day.

They were stalled – waiting for the right time; didn’t know how to ask; afraid of failing out of the gate.  This is the same stuff that comes up with many of my clients.

A Parked Car is Hard to Move

There is a common thread with many people I talk to about their fitness.  And, it’s that they are stalled.  Yep, their car is parked and they aren’t moving.  There are a medley of themes [aka excuses] that pop up.  I will list a few of them and give you my short answer to getting in gear.

“I have no time” – Let’s be real here.  There are 24 hours in a day.  So, schedule exercise like it’s a non-negotiable appointment.  The real issue is that exercise hasn’t been made a priority and the exact steps for success haven’t been deployed – a baseline, end goal, mini-goals, and the fun factor.

“I do exercise regularly but it’s not working” – After digging a bit deeper I usually find that a person is not doing the most effective or efficient exercises to promote weight loss.  Additionally, the cardio workouts are generally far off from making any real stab at increasing the metabolism to incinerate fat.  If you want your body to zoom like a Ferarri you need to push the peddle harder with specific interval training.

“I hate to exercise” - Hey, even world-class athletes have bad days and and some days are harder than others…isn’t that life? But, they persevere because they know that the end result is worth it – confident in their body, productive at work, fantastic energy.

“I don’t know where to go to get help” - No wonder!  There are so many supposed gurus touting their potions and gadgets.  As a Fitness Expert for over 20 years, I’ve seen the whole bag of tricks.  Hey, do you remember the one where you place a strap around your backside and turn the machine on?  It was supposed to melt the fat.

Get in Gear!

I’ve put together my list of 4 Body Reset exercise videos that make up a full body workout.  And, you don’t need equipment.  I show you exactly how to do them. These are the same exercises that I do in my own workouts.  I’m also going to give you a cardio workout that is short and effective.  You don’t need equipment.  I’ve laid it out for you as a ‘thank you’ for subscribing to my fitness exercise video newsletter.

I know you can do it!  I’ve worked with hundreds of people who have pushed the reset button on their fitness.  Let someone believe in you even if you don’t fully buy into right now.  It’s all about taking action – that first step.  When you see a little success your whole outlook begins to change and a new confidence moves you to being a rockstar with your business and life.

Being maximally productive to crank out products and services of tremendous value requires energy, and lots of it!  However, many people choose to invest in the accessories – website make-over, flashy power point slides, software, another training seminar, a posh outfit, etc – before considering to invest in their physical fitness.

Hey, clients aren’t buying your stuff (website, powerpoint slide, elevator speech)…really.  They are buying what you are able to uniquely serve up that impacts their lives.  How about offering them your best?  Which begs the question:  Are you truly giving from your best position?

Leaders Who Are Smashing it!

I work with many successful speakers and trainers.  They are all passionate about their work and their commitment to physical fitness increases their energy to blow away the competition.

What is clear to me is that after investing in their physical fitness my clients’ specific content doesn’t change.  They don’t all of a sudden get more knowledge to pass on to their customers.  However, the energy around delivering their message does increase.

Cost of Your Handicap

If you’re not making time for personal care and creating a holy hour  it is not only hurting your optimal health but your ability to serve your customers and get paid for doing it well.

Holding space for regular exercise will raise your game.  The truth is that if you are educated, disciplined and focused on the goal of being physically fit the end result will be that you look and feel dynamic.

After the Honeymoon

After, the courting phase with your fitness wanes and the lusty newness wears off the real challenges set in.  Travel, family and work obligations look more attractive.  But, mastery over your weight, strength and energy are achievable.

I encourage you to get a mentor or buddy to hold you accountable.

And, I’m in the business of building champions.  What I know for sure is that everyone has a champion inside.  But the champion inside of each one of us requires that we make the choice to step into our big girl shoes each day.

Step up!

I did.

Click here to read it if you’re ready to step it up with your Big Girl Shoes on!

Best of Energy!

Ashley

Many of my clients work hard with their exercise – high intensity fat burning cardio intervals and plenty of resistance training to build lean muscle. But, one of the common barriers to achieving the lean, sculpted look is the layer of fat that is draped over those beautiful toned muscles.

Nutrition is the key to success. I follow the 80/20 rule. 20 percent of what you look like is attributed to your exercise habit and 80 percent is from nutrition. And, frankly, when a client gets down to the last 8-12lbs that rule becomes truth.

I’m having many of my clients start the New Year off one of my favorite herbal cleanses (not a fast). Eliminating the sugar and caffeine cravings, protecting and feeding lean muscle is the goal for the first 10 days. Add plenty of fiber, vegetables, lean fish and poultry.

Best of Energy!

- Ashley

Todd Durkin Mastemind Members in attendance (Left to Right): Julie Wilcox, Deb Vincent, Vito La Fata, Jeanie Callen Barat, Troy Fontana, Trina Gray, Larry Indiviglia, Me, Todd Durkin, Randy Hetrick

As a member of Todd Durkin’s Mastermind I got to sit in on his 3 Day Mentorship sessions this weekend.  As usual,   Todd always over delivers and his keynote speakers are always top in the fitness field. 

This weekend’s keynote speaker was Randy Hetrick founder of the TRX Suspension Trainer and Fitness Anywhere. One of the conference attendees asked Randy to share his biggest life lesson from 13 years as a member of the USN SEAL teams. 

Randy’s reply, “Lead from the front.”  He never asks his team to do something he hasn’t already done. 

Randy closed with Fitness Anywhere’s mission, which is to democratize world fitness by being able to distribute the same exercises that Drew Brees does to everyone. 

In my experience he is doing this very well.  Drew does the single leg squat suspension and is on a mission to finish strong this year down in New Orleans.  I have brilliant women doing that same exercise in my boot camps. 

If you get a chance to listen to Randy speak on branding – I say run!  He has a brilliant business mind. 

You might want to relax today or hit it hard in your business before the year wraps up.  But, I’m asking you to step it up and commit to your workout. 

Because, in fitness, unlike business where you might achieve success because of a connection, lucky break or an easy deal, there are no short cuts for excellence.  It takes persistence and character to be a winner with a strong, lean body that is full of energy.