19/01/2024
Time to bid farewell to “One size fits all” advice!
It’s a common scene in the coaching space, where absolute statements like
“You should 𝘼𝙇𝙒𝘼𝙔𝙎 get 7-8 hours of sleep daily”
“𝙉𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙍 eat processed food”
“𝙀𝙑𝙀𝙍𝙔𝙊𝙉𝙀 should be doing weights training.”
are handed out like it’s a absolute solution to all problem. While these suggestions generally good advice, the truth is, even the best advice doesn’t suit everyone.
Why? Because each of us is a unique individual with different daily routines, needs, and desires.
Consider a parent juggling a full-time job and a newborn baby – expecting them to get a solid 8 hours of sleep might be unrealistic.
For someone with a hectic daily schedule, processed food might be the only viable option to refuel. (Spoiler alert: NOT all processed foods are bad, but that’s a topic for another day.)
And for those who find joy in activities like running or dancing, forcing them into weightlifting might dampen their enthusiasm for exercise.
Yes, there are core fundamentals that apply universally, but the key to making these principles work is by creating a plan that fits the individual.
So, the next time you stumble upon fitness and health advice online or from any source, don’t take it as it is. Think subjectively – how does that advice align with your current routine, needs, and wants? What tweaks can you make to ensure it’s a good fit?
If you find yourself unsure, consider getting a coach who delves deep and takes time to understand you better before giving advices. Avoid those who claim to have all the answers without understanding your unique situation.
At JX Fundamentals, we cannot help everyone, for those we can’t help we refer out so that they get the best care possible, because your journey to health is as unique as you are. 💪