Could it be that many people fear the very goal
that they seek?
According to experts, that's exactly the case. Along with
success comes the possibility that people will view you
differently and treat you differently. Some people feel
that getting and staying healthy and fit is "just one
more commitment" in an already over-committed life.
And there is the worry that as your body changes, you change,
too. Once you get a grip on your fitness-related fears,
you can gradually overcome them.
There are myths and misinformation put thoughts into people's
heads that they have to work out like crazy forever. Movie
stars train for hours a day to prepare for a role and to
keep their bodies in Hollywood-shape, and professional athletes
dedicate 50+ hours a week to their sport. (These are EXCEPTIONS,
not the norm.)
Getting fit means you have to take on uncomfortable risks.
But ultimately, you get what you want.
You could think of exercise as a prescription. When you
get your medicine, you don't take the whole bottle at once,
do you? Of course not. The medicine won't work, and it is
extremely harmful to your body.
The prescription calls for specific doses at specific intervals
for maximum effectiveness. So for exercise, you're spreading
out your dosages over the course of a week. Key point: taking
your exercise "medicine," just like any real medicine,
MUST be taken CONSISTENTLY to be most effective.
The excuse of "I don't have time" to exercise
is easily dispelled. However, the fear that people will
treat you differently is not so easily gotten rid of. Even
though the desire to look fantastic and feel strong is at
or near the top of want lists, many people worry about the
reactions to their improved appearance.
Suddenly, you're being flirted with and being showered
with compliments. When you're overweight, you have the protection
of the extra weight that takes you out of the competition.
In other words, excess weight can serve as a barrier of
protection against what is desired and, at the same time,
feared. The internal arm-wrestling match.
If there is a history of abuse, an addiction or condition,
therapy works well to help a person be more assertive and
come to terms with the reason why s/he uses excess weight
as a shield.
Strangers and acquaintances are not the only people who
treat the newly fit person differently. You may find your
relatives and friends treat you differently as well. You
may even have experienced the loss of a friend once you
got in shape and s/he isn't, or at least they were spending
less and less time with you.
It's like they're saying, "I like the old, fat, lethargic
you better." What they're really saying is, "I
don't like that you're improving yourself and I'm not. I'm
jealous because you've done it, and I can't." They
may view they way you keep yourself well as self-centered
and narcissistic.
Family members can also have trouble dealing with a dramatic
physical change. I can't tell you the number of times I've
heard, "My husband doesn't support me. My kids think
I'm a fanatic." Family members can have the same issues
as friends, but being healthy and fit can get right to the
roots of what holds your family together. No kidding.
For some families, being together means stuffing your face.
Auntie doesn't understand why you want to go for a 30-minute
walk after dinner rather than have dessert. Cousins and
uncles may be disappointed that you don't want to stay for
the football game.
It's YOUR job NOT to take this sort of "cold shoulder
treatment" personally. Talk to them. COMMUNICATE. Tell
them what you're trying to do. Tell them how much you need
their support.
The fear is understandable. But the rewards - better looks,
better health, being more active, more confidence, more
energy - outweigh ANY fear. The changes in yourself are
empowering and exciting. For the most part, your family
and friends are likely your biggest supporters.
So, no matter what your fears, remember your goals. Keep
your eye on the prize.
This article was provide by Garrett J. Braunreiter, CSCS,
GHF's Success Coach. Please visit his site at http://www.worldpeakperformance.com
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