tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post601205752676201452..comments2023-02-27T06:13:03.596-05:00Comments on Skinny Don't Fix Ugly: An education in the uneducated..Tiffanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18433636999340796312noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post-82704935936283304642009-09-17T18:16:19.956-04:002009-09-17T18:16:19.956-04:00I recently was talking about the credibility issue...I recently was talking about the credibility issue on another blog as well. More people really need to check out who they're listening to before they follow (or disregard) the advice. Some of these trainers have very little training themselves, and these days everyone seems to have an opinion on what's right and wrong when it comes to working out.<br /><br />I've also become an eye roller, although I do, on occasion, cut loose on someone. I went into a GNC after having bypass surgery looking for protein supplements, and a <i>very helpful</i> ((cough... cough)) customer decided to tell me about the fabulous diet products they have there and how they'd be just right for me. <br /><br />It's amazing how many people who don't know you (or your situation) have all sort of ideas about who you are and what you need!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post-11164252320614300122009-09-17T13:25:23.224-04:002009-09-17T13:25:23.224-04:00" I invariably run into someone who talks lik..." I invariably run into someone who talks like they're an expert. They speak with absolute confidence and the people who listen never seem to question what they're being told. But a lot of times, this so-called expert will say something that I know is flat out wrong. Most of the time, I'll just roll my eyes."<br /><br />I see this all the time... and do my share of eye rolling. People tend to get very defensive about what they've learned and how they practice, and I find that they struggle to accept new/alternate/correct ways to make improvements. Strength training, specifically, is an area in which results so much is dependent upon how a person is training -- and what works for one person doesn't always work for another. That said, there are some fundamentals that one should know before they "proclaim" they are a reference on the subject. So I hear you loud and clear.<br /><br />My former trainer and I used to giggle aobut the gym rats would did all this upperbody work, but then had these skinny little chicken legs. I mean, it's a widely known fact that your leg muscles are the largest and that working them is always going to benefit you. But, instead, they waste their time, trying to chest press the bigwheels over their heads, while I can outdo them by 500 lbs. on the leg press. It's all so silly. <br /><br />You're doing awesome and you know what works for you. You are "humble" and open to new ways of doing things and that is so important. I see you as very balanced, and not a know-it-all in the least. I see you as successful. <br /><br />Rock on girl and always share your info!Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09531066471698015279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post-3524502839678657042009-09-17T08:53:32.027-04:002009-09-17T08:53:32.027-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17895133200539201980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post-35534543881627646312009-09-17T08:44:04.523-04:002009-09-17T08:44:04.523-04:00Well said, as always!Well said, as always!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post-56120120846064581722009-09-17T01:25:30.768-04:002009-09-17T01:25:30.768-04:00"I think there should be a distinct differenc..."I think there should be a distinct difference between a personal trainer and a weight loss coach. Because being obese is a whole different monster than just being out of shape."<br /><br />I really loved these sentences. You are so right. The journey is personal and what works for you might not work for me and vice versa. I'm learning that there is NO quick fix. A PT may have some but not all of the answers. And the one I'll trust is the one who admits that. <br /><br />I'm learning that I need to support my body in my crazy efforts to cycle a huge race and lose wieght in the process - so finding a dietician who specialises in Sports Nutrition became priority for me. I have days when the mind is willing and the body not. Horrible feeling! Like she said to me on the phone it is about eating the right food at the right time. So after a heavy cycling/training session what you put in your body is very important, as well as what you do before. <br /><br />My journey started with WW's, then gym, then a PT, spinning/cycling, and now a Dietician specialising in Sports Nutrition. Each time when many would have given up I've been determined to find answers but the person I'd avoid asking for the answers is the one who considers him or herself a 'know-it-all'. The best answers have come from those who give guidance and suggestions, have openly admitted that what works for one doesn't work for another. These people are a rare find. There are 3 people I can count on for advise and guidance at my gym. April my PT, another PT who is also a friend and my yoga/spinning instructor. All woman by the way. :-) There are many others who love to push their ideas on me - I just smile and escape as quickly as I can. <br /><br />By the way I'm loving your posts lately. :-)<br /><br />Hope I haven't rambled on to much - tend to do that.<br /><br />MichShellyDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17452447638666408435noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2840271071515503158.post-32594338067861309472009-09-16T21:15:35.202-04:002009-09-16T21:15:35.202-04:00Yay! I was waiting for this and I'm glad you p...Yay! I was waiting for this and I'm glad you posted it. You should also post the wise comment that your husband made...it definitely sets the tone and tells the truth regarding the subject.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com