Through the years, I have found the motivation to exercise in different places, but two constant motivators are:
simple admiration for the human body and all it is capable of doing
the ability to influence others through a healthy lifestyle.
Since I was a little boy, sports have fuelled my competitive nature. I wasn’t a brash kid that talked a big game, but I looked forward to a challenge and showing other kids that hard work and dedication pay off. As the years went on, I realized I had an immense opportunity to influence and empower others through my actions, and that’s when I decided to make fitness my calling.
Now as a father of three young children, I have an even greater responsibility to be a role model and instill healthy lifestyle habits upon them. The best part is the great reward that comes with such a responsibility. Over the past 12 years as a personal trainer and coach, I’ve seen numerous individuals improve on so many different levels. Simply put, it’s “freakin’ awesome!”
How Exercise Changes Lives
Reduce anxiety, depression, and stress—Exercise boosts natural endorphin production, which helps fight anxiety, depression and other mood disorders.
Recover from accidents and injuries—Strength training builds muscles and joints, which helps people safely recover from accidents and injuries.
Develop a positive body image—Fitness training will tone muscles, but more importantly, exercise helps people learn to appreciate their bodies for all of its capabilities.
Boost energy—The more you move around, the more mitochondria your body makes to meet your energy needs. This boosts your metabolism so you can produce more energy.
Shift mindset—When you exercise consistently, a shift occurs at the core of who you are. When you identify as a fit person, you stop questioning what you should do. You just go for it.
How to Start
If you’re new to exercise, start small and keep at it. Start with light cardio and work your way up to greater distance and speed.
Work with a personal trainer to strengthen muscles and joints. CrossFit Amplitude trainers will show you how to safely navigate the weight room and equipment.
Join a group fitness community like CrossFit Amplitude to keep you motivated. We have different class options to get you moving.
Just move! You’ll be amazed at what you can do in a short period of time.
Our goal is to make you better! And that brings me back to the original thought. In order to succeed at anything, you need to find your personal motivation. That takes a commitment to the process of becoming your best self. You need to stay driven when there is nobody around! Find it and dig in!
Who do you want to be in 2018?
Love you guys!
Sebastian Cervar
