When one door closes another door opens; but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us.
- Alexander Graham Bell
Monday, 22 April 2013
Thursday, 18 April 2013
Friday, 12 April 2013
Quote of the day......
Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal — a commitment to excellence — that will enable you to attain the success you seek.
- Mario Andretti
- Mario Andretti
Friday, 5 April 2013
Quote of the day.....
While we may not be able to control all that happens to us, we can control what happens inside us.
- Benjamin Franklin
- Benjamin Franklin
Tuesday, 2 April 2013
Push a little harder......
I went for a run this morning and decided that I would go for a 10km trip out. Now I haven't completed a 10km run all year and have stuck to 5km quick burst runs that have increased my fitness.
My outlook as I set off was lets see how we get on and remember that it's my run and I am not racing against anyone but myself (I am by the way my toughest competitor). The first 5km was manageable and it was when I reached 8km that I started to feel the pain of not having completed a 10km in a while. However given the option of stopping at 8km or reaching my goal, I realised that this is the point at which I would make my biggest gains in physical fitness and mental fitness terms. I pushed through the mental "home" barrier and actually turned away from home and ran 1km out so I had to do 1km back.
The end result was that I produced a run that I am really proud of. I ran 9km out of 10km under 6mins, which is in line with my training plan. My 10km total time was close to a PB and I felt I had more running in my legs. Imagine what would have happened if I had stopped at 8km! Imagine what would have happened if I hadn't even have gone out all!!
This can be applied to any goal we set in life, when you are close to your goal and feel like stopping, push through and see what amazing things you can achieve. Galvanise yourself for success and be willing to push past the pain barrier.
What are you on the brink of quitting before reaching your end goal? How are you going to make sure you push through? Who can support you in reaching your target?
Pertinent questions to ask when you are about to push through!!
My outlook as I set off was lets see how we get on and remember that it's my run and I am not racing against anyone but myself (I am by the way my toughest competitor). The first 5km was manageable and it was when I reached 8km that I started to feel the pain of not having completed a 10km in a while. However given the option of stopping at 8km or reaching my goal, I realised that this is the point at which I would make my biggest gains in physical fitness and mental fitness terms. I pushed through the mental "home" barrier and actually turned away from home and ran 1km out so I had to do 1km back.
The end result was that I produced a run that I am really proud of. I ran 9km out of 10km under 6mins, which is in line with my training plan. My 10km total time was close to a PB and I felt I had more running in my legs. Imagine what would have happened if I had stopped at 8km! Imagine what would have happened if I hadn't even have gone out all!!
This can be applied to any goal we set in life, when you are close to your goal and feel like stopping, push through and see what amazing things you can achieve. Galvanise yourself for success and be willing to push past the pain barrier.
What are you on the brink of quitting before reaching your end goal? How are you going to make sure you push through? Who can support you in reaching your target?
Pertinent questions to ask when you are about to push through!!
Sunday, 31 March 2013
Quote of the day.....
The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us, but those who win battles we know nothing about.”—Unknown
Thursday, 28 March 2013
Believe in bananas.....
A slightly obscure title for a blog post but it reminds me of some training that I have recently delivered on how to pass a particular exam.
When I am coaching the delegates on revision techniques and tips I talk to them about nutrition and how it can support them in keeping their energy levels consistently high which will in turn support them in learning what they need to learn.
I use the phrase "believe in bananas" as an umbrella term to cover all food that facilitates higher energy and learning.
Consuming the right food and drink is essential to our performance in any given task. The popular habit when people lack energy before, during or after taking on a challenging task is to reach for a sugar rich drink and a chocolate bar. These types of energy snacks have a placebo effect which will momentarily placate the lack of energy you are feeling, but the immediate sugar spike will soon wear off and you will be back to a state of lethargy where you are unable to perform at the level that you need.
Before you reach for that chocolate bar or can of energy drink, think about the natural alternatives available to you that cost less and last longer. If you feel a lack of energy or are hungry it could because you are dehydrated, so take some water on board and replenish. Remember the body is made up of a high percentage of water therefore it's essential.
When it comes to food, natural is best and bananas, almonds, oatcakes etc are a great source of natural energy. It's no coincidence that you see sports people eating bananas during their match/event as they provide a rich source of potassium, sugar and protein that gives you boost you need from a natural resource. Set yourself up for the day with a breakfast that gives you the energy you need.
Remember, you can be in control of sustained energy levels by being in control of what goes into your body which will positively impact on your ability to perform at the level required.
Have an awesome Easter.
When I am coaching the delegates on revision techniques and tips I talk to them about nutrition and how it can support them in keeping their energy levels consistently high which will in turn support them in learning what they need to learn.
I use the phrase "believe in bananas" as an umbrella term to cover all food that facilitates higher energy and learning.
Consuming the right food and drink is essential to our performance in any given task. The popular habit when people lack energy before, during or after taking on a challenging task is to reach for a sugar rich drink and a chocolate bar. These types of energy snacks have a placebo effect which will momentarily placate the lack of energy you are feeling, but the immediate sugar spike will soon wear off and you will be back to a state of lethargy where you are unable to perform at the level that you need.
Before you reach for that chocolate bar or can of energy drink, think about the natural alternatives available to you that cost less and last longer. If you feel a lack of energy or are hungry it could because you are dehydrated, so take some water on board and replenish. Remember the body is made up of a high percentage of water therefore it's essential.
When it comes to food, natural is best and bananas, almonds, oatcakes etc are a great source of natural energy. It's no coincidence that you see sports people eating bananas during their match/event as they provide a rich source of potassium, sugar and protein that gives you boost you need from a natural resource. Set yourself up for the day with a breakfast that gives you the energy you need.
Remember, you can be in control of sustained energy levels by being in control of what goes into your body which will positively impact on your ability to perform at the level required.
Have an awesome Easter.
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