Comments on: Realism is for Losers

By: Chad Howse

Chad Howse — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:17:47 +0000

In reply to Gary.

Interesting Gary, I like your thought. I could have used some more clarity in the article now that you mention it, thanks.

Change the word plan with the word goal in that quote and you'll have the right meaning. It just sounds better by saying plan A and plan B – as the saying goes – rather than goal A and goal B.

Thanks for the comment man!

By: Gary

Gary — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 03:26:08 +0000

Good post, but I think you need to be clearer. There is a difference between a Plan and a Goal. A Goal would be to add lean muscle mass. Plan A is to follow the workouts of a Mr. Olympia from the magazines. After three months with little improvement, is it better to stick with Plan A, or go to chadhowsefitness.com, find a Plan B that works and implement it, or doggedly stick with Plan A to try to reach your goal.

By: Chad Howse

Chad Howse — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:30:54 +0000

In reply to Miguel. No problem Miguel, glad I can help. The thing that helped me a lot with my business was something that I actually still struggle with a bit: putting myself out there. You need to seek out people who are where you want to be, learn from them, and to not be afraid to look like a fool yourself. You really want to push yourself and stretch yourself. Other than that, just have a story that you've accomplished what others want to accomplish, and be there to help people. If you're helping people and working hard you'll be all good.

By: Miguel

Miguel — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 17:04:01 +0000

Thanks man, I really appreciate the time you take out of your day to help all of us here. Since you've been where we are, you know the importance and the difference that this makes in our lives. That's a big part of why I want to do this: I want to be where you are now (figuratively), to be able to say that I took action and made it to the other side to where I am now able to help and motivate people like you do everyday! I will get into getting certified asap! Other than that, what is it that made a difference for you when you started pursuing this?

By: Chad Howse

Chad Howse — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 16:19:33 +0000

In reply to Miguel.

Hey Miguel,

Definitely start training hard, testing what works for you, and what kind of training/nutrition you don't like. I know trainers that are completely out of shape, they know what they're doing in theory, but haven't even actually tested it. You want to be the best, so get in great shape yourself is #1 – and I know you're on your way with that!

First get certified though. You seem like you want to get in the fitness biz to help people, so I know you'll be successful if you work hard. If you need any help let me know!

Good luck man, take your first action step today – find out where and how to get certified, schedule a test, and start studying.

By: Miguel

Miguel — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 16:07:47 +0000

Great inspirational post Chad!

I've been "wanting" to pursue something in the fitness business for a few months now, but have just been too scared of all the "what if's" to actually do anything about it. I think it's time to start chasing this dream and start believing that it is an achievable goal if I want it bad enough and I'm willing to work at it! I know that building my ideal body is definitely an important step in the right direction and the confidence boost will also help immensely. Any tips or helpfull stories of how you became a personal trainer? And thanks for the inspiration and motivation to become the best version of ourselves, keep at it bro!