The Next Chapter

So I just recently read a post on Instagram that really inspired me.

This post said "Every pro was once an amateur. Every expert was once a beginner. So dream big. And start now." (credit to @flyingj.fitness)

How powerful is that? Everyone starts somewhere. A scientist doesn't just know all the answers. A doctor doesn't just wake up one day knowing the inner workings of a heart. He or she has to study and learn. Not only that but they must continue learning every day and NEVER STOP learning. Sure some are more apt to pick up something faster than others but that doesn't mean they are any better than others.

One thing I've learned about my fitness journey is that it's a never ending learning experience. I didn't know everything the first time I walked into the gym and honestly I'm still learning a lot about how muscles work and what exercises work best for me to grow and become stronger. I'm definitely not an expert but I'm still willing to learn every day how to be a better version of me.

When I first signed up for my gym membership I was really shy and even though I knew people that went to the gym I stuck to myself. One of the ways I learned how to use certain pieces of equipment was by watching and learning from people that I may not even know their names. I'm sure I could've figured it out on my own but I sought out others that knew what they were doing.

I often read articles and see posts on different social media platforms on weight loss, healthy eating and all around healthy lifestyles. Does this make me a professional or an expert? Absolutely not! Sure I've taken an online course for personal training and I learned a lot but until I know everything there is to know I'll never be an expert. The cool thing about fitness and other related fields is that there's always something to learn. New exercises and routines are always popping up and being discovered.

One of the best ways anyone can grow is to read, watch, etc and then put those things into practice. No one can openly and honestly say they know everything. If they do; then they are so wrong. I'm always open to new ideas. I may sometimes seem a little skeptical of some of the things I read or people I talk to who are supposed professionals or incredibly knowledgeable about certain fitness topics. Doing research and seeing what best works for you and what interests you is very important.

Many people I know that are starting out on their fitness journey never really know what they want until they start, and it may change depending on the results they see. That is what happened in my case. I started out really not knowing what I wanted other than knowing I wanted to lose weight. Who knew that my weight loss would lead to wanting to slim down more and build lean muscle. Trust me it has not been an easy journey. I feel like I should be further along than I am.

Many setbacks and times off at the gym during the summers have hindered me from meeting goals that I should have already met but thankfully this summer I won't be stopping my gym time for the sake of a summer job.

So what does my "next chapter" look like?

- For me the next chapter includes a "no excuse" mentality. I will get certified by the end of 2018 so that I can fully be ready to train individuals whether in person or online coaching.

- I'm working on ideas for branding and how that will look for potential and new clients

- Finding a niche that sets me apart from other clients

- Actually doing what I felt led me to start training others

- Finally it is going to be the close of an old chapter in this journey, not that it completes the story but it definitely will help move on to the next. When I started this blog a few years ago I wrote that every story begins somewhere and builds the story and introduces you to characters that you cling to and want to cheer for. I hope that in this new chapter you and I will continue cheer on the character and characters that this new chapter includes and introduces.


So what is your next chapter? Maybe it's to start your fitness journey somewhere. Maybe it's to reach out and seek help.

How can I help you? How can I help you in your journey? What part can I play in your story and your "next chapter"?


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Be on the lookout for new information on this next NEW CHAPTER