Breaking the Mold: How Personalized Training Transforms Fitness Beyond Familiarity
Have you ever thought about why we like doing certain things?
It’s often because we have good memories of doing them when we were younger. But here’s the catch: the activities we loved back then might not be what we need now, especially as we grow up and our lives change.
We often gravitate towards the familiar activities we know because they're based on our past experiences.
Think about this: the exercises or sports you used to do for one goal or aim might not help you achieve your current goals or needs. What worked in the past doesn’t always work now. It’s like trying to solve a new puzzle with old pieces—they just don’t fit.
This is where personalized training comes in. It introduces us to new things we haven’t tried before. There are many reasons why we don’t try new things. One of the more obvious reasons is that we tend to latch on to what we already know. And it’s hard to get out of our own way when it comes to getting exposed to new movements or ideas. But when we try something new and think about it, we learn more about it. This is the process that helps us get better at new things. A coach is super helpful (and almost a requirement) in this process. They show us new things to try, convince us to stick with them after we realize we stink, and then help us get better at them. It’s like learning a new game—you need someone to teach you the rules, and then you need enough practice to get good at it.
Working with a coach is like having a guide on a journey. They help you become aware of new things you experience and then understand them in a way that makes sense to you. This helps you look at what you used to do in a new way, with a deeper understanding. It’s like reading a book for the second time; you understand it better because you’ve grown and learned more since the first time you read it.
In conclusion, our exploration reveals how our past experiences significantly influence our current choices in physical activities and training. Personalized training is crucial in introducing us to new experiences and helping us grow in the direction we truly desire. This journey of discovery confirms our hypothesis: We often stick to what we know, but only by embracing new experiences can we truly expand our capabilities and grow towards our intended goals.