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Who’s in Your Inner Circle of 5?

You’ve probably heard that you’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.

It’s a good idea to keep in mind especially, when you’re improving your training and eating routines.

You want to be surrounded by supportive people who will encourage you, inspire you, and maybe even teach you.

You don’t want to be spending time with Debbie Downers! Even the most upbeat people will be brought down by constant naysayers.

Does your inner circle reflect your values and provide the loving support you need? What about:

• Your significant other? Even if he or she doesn’t want to take on your fledgling habits or triathlon goals, your partner can still make domestic accommodations in say, scheduling and shopping. 

• Your best friend? If they’re really a partner in drinking, overeating and lounging, then you might need a new BFF. At least be clear that you won’t be joining in those activities anymore.

• Your workout partner? If none of your friends are interested in joining your runs, rides, or workouts, you’ll find a welcoming group here.

• Your coach? All good coaches are not the same. If you have one who doesn’t raise your game, teach you new stuff, help you become the athlete you dream of, or make you feel special – then get another coach.

• Your work colleagues? If you’re going to the workplace, enlist someone for training lunches and healthy lunches. If you’re working at home, check in with that special workmate daily to share encouragement.

Remember you’re responsible for the energy you allow yourself to absorb. Make sure it’s the kind that fuels your dreams and passions!

I’m opening up a spot for my signature “Triathlon Transformation” program, are you in?

Then schedule your FREE “Triathlon Breakthrough” session to find out more!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule. This is a complimentary 30 minute session to ask me anything about triathlon, health and wellness or holistic lifestyle/ nutrition.

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

The Saboteur Inside You

I have this voice in my head that’s always telling me I can’t do something. That I’m not good enough. That my plans will never work out.

It’s my “Inner Saboteur.”

You have one, too. Everybody does.

I used to succumb to my “Inner Saboteur.” I’d let her hijack my thoughts, keep me from making positive change, and just make a mess of my head and heart. 

NO MORE!

My secret? I finally stopped fighting her. I realized that she’s always been in me, that she simply is a part of my psychology, and that she’s never going to go away or be entirely quiet. She is what she is, after all, and she is only trying to keep me SAFE.

I used to argue with her. I used to wish she’d go away forever. 

Now, I realize that she will always be there and, even if she’s quiet for a while, she’s going to roar from time to time – AND THAT’S OK.

Because, you know what?

I don’t have to listen to her.

I don’t have to believe her.

I don’t have to take her advice.

In fact, I can turn her into a helpful antagonist: “Oh, yeah?” I can taunt her.

Think I can’t?

WATCH ME!

Try it yourself. Go ahead!

This was definitely the case for me believing I could qualify for World Championships at the age of 50 after a few years of not running – but guess what? I did it!!!!!

This is not about bragging but letting you know that anything you want to do- YOU CAN DO IT TOO!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session and let’s do it!

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

You don’t want what I’m selling

Hey, wanna spend time sweating and breathing hard, limit certain foods and alcohol and go to bed on time?

Want to slow down and focus on how well you are doing things vs. just going through the motions and checking the box?

No?

You don’t want all that?

How about this…

Would you like to look better, feel better, and move better so you can enjoy life on your own terms and be a better version of yourself? Or become the triathlete you’ve always wanted to be

You DO want that, right? Who doesn’t?

Well, if a coach tries to sell that first package, they would not have much success, right? Because guess what, you don’t want what they’re selling!

No one does.

But when we focus on the joy that the effort brings, ah… that’s the sweet spot.

Feeling better, looking better, moving better… When I sell a happier lifestyle for you — then you’re motivated and eager, aren’t you?

You’ll take those hopeful steps, knowing we’re here to guide you along the journey – then what you’re buying is really just unlocking the secret power within yourself.

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session and let’s do it!

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

What You Appreciate, Appreciates

Think about a time when someone showed appreciation for you.

Maybe your boss thanked you in front of the whole team, and even described how your extra effort made a big difference for the company.

How did you feel? 

It felt amazing, didn’t it? And it spurred you to grow even more. You probably felt encouraged to do a good job again the next time, right?

That’s a great example of a powerful principle we can apply in all aspects of our lives, including our exercise, training and nutrition habits.

What you appreciate … appreciates. What you value then grows in value.

Here are a few more examples.

• When you show your partner how you appreciate certain behavior, he or she is likely to do it more.

• When you lose a few pounds, you’re happy – and also encouraged to continue eating right and exercising.

• When you nurture friendships by spending time on them, those people feel good – and the relationships deepen over time.
• When you appreciate your mind and body for all that it does for you in training and when you have a great performance at a race or training session, it responds and gives you more!

The word “appreciate” has multiple meanings. It can mean that we simply notice something. Then that we’re thankful for it, and that we place a value on it. But the word also means “to grow,” as in a financial investment.

When you’re living a healthy lifestyle, you feel better emotionally, physically, mentally and spiritually. The benefits of that investment appreciate and compound – so you, in turn, want to keep eating right and exercising and enjoying all the positive, wonderful gifts around you.

If you want something to appreciate, show how much you appreciate it. Including yourself.

NAMASTE!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session and let’s do it!

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Time-saving strategies to prioritize yourself

Managing your time is all about expressing your priorities.

So, when you habitually say things like, “I don’t have time to: exercise, stretch, strength train, eat smart, etc.” then you’re essentially saying this:

My health and happiness are not priorities.

Please, stop saying that!

Here are a few simple time-management tools to prioritize yourself in your own life. Think about how you can apply them to use YOUR time effectively.

• Just say no. Crazy concept, right? You don’t have to do everything someone asks. You don’t have to take on every responsibility. “No” is a complete sentence.
• What do flight attendants always say? “Please secure your own oxygen mask before helping someone else.” That’s a good lesson on the ground too. If you can’t take care of yourself, you’re not going to be any good to another person.
• Wake up 30 minutes early. Depending on your family and work schedules, this slight adjustment could start a chain reaction of time savings. Think of what you could do before anyone else wakes up and the daily rush starts.
• Limit screen time. We used to say watch less TV, but now we should include Internet and video games, too. I’m not saying you shouldn’t enjoy them. But if you’re searching for time to exercise, you can start right here by cutting an hour a day three days a week.
• Conduct walking meetings and lunches. If your desk-bound for calls and Zoom meetings, try to arrange just a couple a week while out for a walk. Similarly, if there’s an individual you need, then schedule a time to walk together or while on the phone. It’s fun, social, and gets good ideas flowing. (And, yes, it saves time!)
• Seize the time you save on commuting. More people are working from home nowadays, and that means tons of time back in your column since you don’t have to commute every day. 

Which of these are you going to try? Do you have any time-saving best practices?

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session and let’s do it!

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.

Your Thoughts Create Your Reality

Do you think your thoughts don’t matter?

Think again. They do.

Buddha said, “We are what we think. All that we are arises with our thoughts. With our thoughts we make the world.”

I believe that has been true in my life.

When I was younger, I went through some troubling times, where I told myself I was unhappy, unlovable, misunderstood, and best off alone.

But later in life, I realized that was just a script I’d picked up somewhere. I decided to try some new thoughts.

“I love people, I am strong and capable, I can make a difference.”

“My problems aren’t so terrible, other people have gone through similar things and are happy – I’m like everybody else, more or less.”

“I’m attractive, smart, and a good person.”

And you know what? I became a better friend, started smiling more often, and created my now reality which is truly amazing and filled with so many friends, and a thriving business and community.

Buddha was onto something!

Try it yourself. The next time you hear the voice in your head saying something negative, turn that statement around.

“I can’t do it” EASILY becomes, “Give it a try!”

“I’m just heavy” EASILY becomes, “I’m losing the extra weight!”

“I’m just one of those junk-food junkies” EASILY becomes, “I’m making better choices today!”

Now, its your turn.

“There is no way I can get better” becomes – “I am taking action every day to ___________________________________________________________” (fill in the blank)

How will you change your thoughts today? I’d love to hear, and if I can be of any help please click the link below to set up a call with me!

Click this link: http://www.scheduleyou.in/5ZIsVaU to schedule your FREE Triathlon Breakthrough Session and let’s do it!

Erinne Guthrie is a USA Triathlon Level II Certified Coach since 1999 and Chief Motivating Officer at Full Circle Coaching, LLC since 2010. Creator of the 16 week Triathlon Transformation. She has been training, racing and coaching triathletes since 1997.  She is also a CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 3, USMS Master’s Swim Coach, Motivational Speaker, Metabolic Efficiency Specialist, Mom, Mermaid and much much more.