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There have been many excuses given to me over the years:
1. I don't have any time. (although I do have time to get a massage, manicure, facial, carwash, teeth whitening, etc etc)
2. The gym is too far from my house and it would take too long to get there.
3. I don't like to sweat.
4. I can't find any classes that are convenient with my schedule. (see #1)
5. My shoes gave me a blister.
6. My babysitter can't give me any more time. (see #1)
7. I hate working out in the morning.
8. I hate working out in the evening.
9. When I get home after work I have a glass of wine and then don't feel like working out.
10. I don't know how.
and this was actually said to me this week: "I tend to really work out hard, and go overboard, and get really sore. I hate being sore, so I just don't work out."
And why is it that the first thing someone says to you when they find out you are a personal trainer is: I really should work out more.
1. I don't have any time. (although I do have time to get a massage, manicure, facial, carwash, teeth whitening, etc etc)
2. The gym is too far from my house and it would take too long to get there.
3. I don't like to sweat.
4. I can't find any classes that are convenient with my schedule. (see #1)
5. My shoes gave me a blister.
6. My babysitter can't give me any more time. (see #1)
7. I hate working out in the morning.
8. I hate working out in the evening.
9. When I get home after work I have a glass of wine and then don't feel like working out.
10. I don't know how.
and this was actually said to me this week: "I tend to really work out hard, and go overboard, and get really sore. I hate being sore, so I just don't work out."
And why is it that the first thing someone says to you when they find out you are a personal trainer is: I really should work out more.
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I like Connie's 10 excuses...when I get any of those excuses I usually point out a few members in our club.
The man in the wheelchair and the other guy recovering from a stroke. My hat goes off to both those men! I can't imagine the time it takes for these guys to prepare their day just to be able to come in and train and they do it three times a week! I love it.....much respect!
So any of those 10 excuses gets put to rest extremely fast.
The man in the wheelchair and the other guy recovering from a stroke. My hat goes off to both those men! I can't imagine the time it takes for these guys to prepare their day just to be able to come in and train and they do it three times a week! I love it.....much respect!
So any of those 10 excuses gets put to rest extremely fast.
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So many excuses and I think that if you confronted the people that used them with this list, they would readily add to it. People make excuses out of fear. Fear of effort, embarrassment, and failure. Stop the fear and you'll stop the excuses.
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That is a great list. I thought number 10 was awesome! I really don't know what I would say to that one. What did you say to that?
Kisar
Kisar
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Yes, funny: when people find out that I am a personal trainer, they do one of two things: tell me what they do; or tell me why they don't.
What really tickles me when I get that look of "I am not exercising, and what are you gonna do about it?" Initially, I engaged in conversations, but after I got into lengthy "yes, but" debates which lead to nowhere, I now just smile and tell people that they can conduct their lives any way they please.
What really tickles me when I get that look of "I am not exercising, and what are you gonna do about it?" Initially, I engaged in conversations, but after I got into lengthy "yes, but" debates which lead to nowhere, I now just smile and tell people that they can conduct their lives any way they please.
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Hello Kisar,
This is what I have heard.
1. I don't like gyms.
2. I've worked hard all my life. The thought of "exercise" is repulsive."
3. My husband doesn't like me going to gyms.
4. My religion doesn't permit me to be around men.
Thanks for your question.
This is what I have heard.
1. I don't like gyms.
2. I've worked hard all my life. The thought of "exercise" is repulsive."
3. My husband doesn't like me going to gyms.
4. My religion doesn't permit me to be around men.
Thanks for your question.
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I don't accept excuses. Due to a back injury I was unable to walk for 6 months. I have had a shoulder surgery, 3 epidurals, and 2 knee surgeries and have since back squatted 425lbs. I don't accept any BS excuses and my clients normally come to be because of what I have been through and overcame.
Every now and then somebody will make the mistake of telling me they don't have the time. REALLY?!?! no time huh? Up until 2 months ago I worked 40 hours per week fitness testing the Air Force, trained on the side, was in the middle of completing 3 certifications, going to school full time(12 credits), and I have 3 kids at home 6 months, 9yrs, and 17yrs old. Yes I do have a wonderful woman that shares the responsibility, but she also goes to school full time and is a professional photographer.
Did I mention that I haven't missed 1 workout in I don't know how many months or even in the last year.
I don't accept excuses!
Every now and then somebody will make the mistake of telling me they don't have the time. REALLY?!?! no time huh? Up until 2 months ago I worked 40 hours per week fitness testing the Air Force, trained on the side, was in the middle of completing 3 certifications, going to school full time(12 credits), and I have 3 kids at home 6 months, 9yrs, and 17yrs old. Yes I do have a wonderful woman that shares the responsibility, but she also goes to school full time and is a professional photographer.
Did I mention that I haven't missed 1 workout in I don't know how many months or even in the last year.
I don't accept excuses!
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Hi,Kisar!
The reason that people make excuses very simple.They didn't found for yourselves which way to exercise fit for them.But when they figure out the most appropriate pattern - You really cann't stop them!With regards,Miroslava.
The reason that people make excuses very simple.They didn't found for yourselves which way to exercise fit for them.But when they figure out the most appropriate pattern - You really cann't stop them!With regards,Miroslava.
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Thank you everyone for all of your posts. Shawn Fear, I think your story is awesome when it comes to excuses, because after going through that, there are no excuses. I just think it is fun to look back and just see how much BS individuals come up with that hold them back from really accomplishing great things. The sad part is that some individuals let their junk in their trunk get the best of them and they just spin their wheels with letting excuses and playing the victim card over and over again.
Thanks for all of the posts!
Have a great week!
Kisar
Thanks for all of the posts!
Have a great week!
Kisar
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You can add lack of $ to the list , although a poor excuse at best!
I can see where some folks nowadays can't afford a personal trainer, a gym membership or home equipment but they can afford to MOVE more!
Walking or running around the neighborhood is completely free and even ExerciseTV lets you stream free exercise videos online.
Tightening your budget doesn't mean you have to go flabby!
And as I always say, "when there's a will, there's a way"
I can see where some folks nowadays can't afford a personal trainer, a gym membership or home equipment but they can afford to MOVE more!
Walking or running around the neighborhood is completely free and even ExerciseTV lets you stream free exercise videos online.
Tightening your budget doesn't mean you have to go flabby!
And as I always say, "when there's a will, there's a way"
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My best excuse was when my 66 year old client called and left a message with the following:
"Hi Mary, I'm so sorry... but I am unable to work out today. I fell out of a plum tree while I was picking plums and I am very sore. "
Another client texted me with photos of her house almost burning down a few days before Christmas because of her Christmas lights.
These were my best excuses of the year.
"Hi Mary, I'm so sorry... but I am unable to work out today. I fell out of a plum tree while I was picking plums and I am very sore. "
Another client texted me with photos of her house almost burning down a few days before Christmas because of her Christmas lights.
These were my best excuses of the year.
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I've heard many excuses such as:
1) too busy (work or family);
2) lack of transportation to get to and from the gym;
3) no baby sistter;
4) back pain;
5) knee pain;
6) headache;
7) lack of finances;
8) lack of motivation;
9) not disciplined enough; and the chart topper
10) I just got my hair done and don't want to mess it up (this is very common among African-American women).
1) too busy (work or family);
2) lack of transportation to get to and from the gym;
3) no baby sistter;
4) back pain;
5) knee pain;
6) headache;
7) lack of finances;
8) lack of motivation;
9) not disciplined enough; and the chart topper
10) I just got my hair done and don't want to mess it up (this is very common among African-American women).
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#1 Exercise is BORING
#2 Tried it for awhile and didn't see much difference, so why continue?
#3 Most of my friends don't exercise, so why should I?
#4 My doctor didn't say that I need to exercise
#5 Embarrased to be around others in "GREAT" shape
#6 Time
#2 Tried it for awhile and didn't see much difference, so why continue?
#3 Most of my friends don't exercise, so why should I?
#4 My doctor didn't say that I need to exercise
#5 Embarrased to be around others in "GREAT" shape
#6 Time
