Your Level Of Wellness

By: GARRETT WILLIAMSON, MSS, HFI

At Personal Edge, our passion is helping individuals achieve their desired level of wellness. We work with a diverse range of clients, from children as young as nine to seniors in their 90s, with 35% of our clientele over the age of 65 and 30% over the age of 70. Our median age is 39, and we have experience working with clients at all levels of fitness, from those seeking to maintain their current level of wellness to those recovering from injuries or seeking scholarships. Our mission is to use all aspects of fitness and wellness to help people find their level of wellness and feel better about being themselves.

While fitness goals are often vague and arbitrary, our goal is to help our clients feel better about being themselves by identifying their desired level of wellness and working with them to achieve it through personalized training and nutrition plans. This includes not just physical fitness but also mental and emotional well-being. Our aim is to help individuals find their ideal state of health and happiness, wherever that may be. At our fitness center, every client comes to us for the same reason, to feel better about themselves.

We have athletes who want to improve their game, people who want to lose weight, and others who want to rehabilitate their body after an injury. The bottom line is that they all want to feel better about themselves. When it comes to fitness, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Everyone has their own unique needs, goals, and preferences when it comes to physical activity. That’s why at Personal Edge Fitness in Mobile, AL, we believe in creating customized workout plans that are tailored to each individual’s level of wellness.

We break down our approach into four basic categories:

• Workout
• Nutrition
• Physical
• Mental

Each of these plays a crucial role in achieving optimal wellness.

The Workout

First and foremost, variety is key. Some people thrive on a consistent routine, while others need more diversity to stay motivated. We take the time to understand what each client prefers and create a workout plan that incorporates the right amount of variety for them.

Another important factor is the pace and duration of the workout. We understand that not everyone has the same level of endurance or enjoys the same type of workout. Some people prefer a high-intensity, fast-paced workout, while others enjoy a more relaxed pace. It’s essential to find a workout plan that aligns with your preferences to keep you engaged and motivated.

We also take into account the type of training style that works best for each client. Resistance training may be ideal for some, while others may prefer more cardio-focused workouts. It’s essential to find the right balance that works for your goals and lifestyle.

It’s also important to note that intensity is a very personal preference. What may be heavy to one person may be light to another. That’s why our staff takes the time to understand each client’s unique needs and preferences before creating a workout plan.

Nutrition

Nutrition is a crucial aspect of our overall wellness. There are numerous diets and eating programs out there, but not all of them are sustainable in the long run. While it’s great to make changes, the pitfall lies in making significant lifestyle changes that are not sustainable in the long run.  The key to nutrition is control. It’s about finding a pattern that fits your lifestyle, work schedule, family needs, and something you genuinely enjoy. If you have to give up things you like significantly, it’s unlikely that it will be a long-term program for you.  To achieve your level of wellness, nutrition has to fit your physical, mental, and workout goals. The physical can be appearance, strength, energy levels, stamina, or how your clothes fit. On the other hand, mental fitness is about how you feel about yourself, and your level of wellness. A person may have different physical goals, but the end goal is to feel better about themselves.

Physical

The importance of physical fitness is widely recognized, but what drives people to seek it out? According to a fitness expert, it’s not just about achieving certain numbers like weight loss or strength gains. These goals are often tied to more significant motivations like feeling good about oneself, having more energy and love, attracting others, or overcoming injuries. People may not be aware of these underlying drivers until their physical condition starts to bother them, such as being unable to play with grandchildren or feeling unhappy with their appearance. This is why the mental aspect of wellness is so crucial, with self-perception being the bottom line. Fitness goals may be arbitrary numbers, but they have emotional significance. The experts advise focusing on the “80% factor” – finding something that is 80% as good as what you want and being happy with it. This approach can help people find the true motivation behind their fitness goals and lead to better overall well-being.

In order to achieve your fitness goals, it’s important to understand what you’re really after. While many people come to a personal trainer with a specific number in mind, such as losing 20 pounds, it’s important to realize that this number may not be the best measure of success. Rather, the focus should be on achieving a level of wellness that feels right for you, even if that means adjusting your goals along the way. At Personal Edge Fitness, we use the 80% rule to help our clients achieve their goals. This means that while your initial goal may be to lose 20 pounds, for example, we may find that achieving a certain level of body fat or waist size is actually more important to you. By focusing on what truly matters to you, we can help you achieve a level of wellness that feels satisfying and sustainable.

It’s also important to keep in mind that the “perfect” body or achieving a specific number may not be realistic or desirable for everyone. Professional athletes, for example, have a certain look and lifestyle that may not be sustainable for most people. Rather than striving for an unrealistic ideal, our focus is on helping you find a level of wellness that feels right for you and your lifestyle.

Mental

Ultimately, achieving your fitness goals is about more than just physical changes. It’s about feeling better about yourself and your life. That’s why we believe that fitness is as much mental as it is physical. By understanding what you truly want and what is achievable for you, we can help you reach your level of wellness and feel great about yourself every day. If you have any questions about our approach or would like to learn more, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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