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In his book “Thinking, Fast and Slow”, Daniel Kahnemann talks about 2 systems in the brain. The first is fast, instinctive and emotional. The second is slower, deliberative and logical. When it comes to weight loss, I believe that one of the things that sets people apart is their ability to use this second system. Weight loss can be very emotional. Standing on the scales can be exhilarating or devastating. What sets successful weight loss clients apart is their ability to move from the emotional to the rational. They are able to analyse their results with clear thinking and whilst the the first system that Kahnemann refers to is highly useful and important it is not ideal when it comes to putting together a weight loss strategy. Here are my 4 tips for effective weight loss:

  Longevity Yogetch Class at Regenesis Yogetch classes with Personal Trainer Nicola Vrachnas are continuing at Regenesis. This class is run at 9am on Wednesdays. It includes a unique blend of yoga style and traditional stretching techniques. Yogetch is an excellent complementary class to any cardiovascular or strength program. Yogetch also includes an attention to…

Feeling stuck in your weight loss journey? You don’t have to do it alone. At Longevity Exercise Physiology in Liverpool, we understand the challenges of losing weight, and we’re here to put a plan together to get you looking and feeling your best. With individualised exercise programs, we’ll help you start your journey to becoming…

As we step into the new year, we’re reflecting on the holiday season and the well-deserved breaks our team enjoyed. From exciting adventures overseas to quality time spent with loved ones closer to home, the festive period was a wonderful time of rest, connection, and making memories. Some of our team members ventured far and…

Recent discussions with clients have lead me to revisit the importance of goal-setting and planning. You have probably all heard of the SMART principle which states that goals should be Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Time-Bound. When I conduct Certificate IV Fitness Courses this is the principle that we teach our students to use for developing goals for clients. This is a great system. It’s memorable and easy to apply and you can cross-check your goal with each of the 5 points to ensure that it is an appropriate goal. Once we have a goal set we can then work backwards to develop a plan that will deliver the client to the goal. Where I have found that this principle runs into trouble is when the goal does not provide sufficient motivation for the client to undertake the necessary changes in their lifestyle to achieve the goal. So our goal can be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-bound but if motivation is poor then our goal can easily slip by. Which brings me to my concerns over the word “motivation” and our reliance on someone or something providing the motivation for us?

While many people take an ‘all or nothing’ approach to fitness, a new study by Edith Cowan University reveals short bursts of daily activity could be more beneficial for muscle strength rather than long, strenuous sessions at the gym.   Today, Annabel and the teams at Longevity Exercise Physiology Drummoyne, Edgecliff, Marrickville, Bella Vista, Randwick, Pymble, Balmain, Neutral Bay, Coburg – Melbourne, and…