Investing in Yourself
In these financially challenging times we’re all looking for ways to trim our budgets. But cutting back on your health is a reduction no one can afford to make.
Like many Americans I have a long family history of medical ailments. I lost both parents in recent years to deteriorated health conditions. I feel lucky to be in my forties and healthy, but I know the odds aren’t in my favor. I need to act now to prevent issues before they begin.
Like most women, I’ve tried diets and fads to no avail. This time I decided to do something radically different. It wasn’t just about weight loss. It was about making physical, mental, and emotional life changes.
When my father left me a small inheritance I wanted to use in a positive way. My decision to spend the money to hire a personal trainer might have seemed selfish or extravagant to some, but I knew Dad would’ve been proud that I made a choice to help prevent the health conditions he and Mom had suffered.
So why hire a personal trainer? My trainer provides a holistic approach to health. As a nutritionist he helps me manage my diet; as a physical trainer he knows how to build balance, strength, and cardio health; and as an unbiased coach, he’s tough and supportive when I need it most. As for the cost, I pay an hourly rate, like you would to any expert. But unlike the services of a sole counselor, doctor, or nutritionist, my trainer is a one-stop-shop focused on my total success.
My experience has been life altering. Everyday I feel better which builds my momentum. I’ve learned I’m stronger than I thought, both physically and mentally. And I’m confident that an investment in me during any economy is an investment worth making.
—Kathy Reddin has lost over 30 pounds and gained unmeasurable self-confidence. She trains with Swen Corbin—www.bodysculptorfitness.com