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Jul 15, 2024

The Power of Focus

I seem to be doing a lot of book reviews lately, but you know how it is, when you watch an amazing movie, or read an incredible book – you just want to share it with everyone?! That’s kind of where I’m at lately! So.. today I wanted to share Gary Keller’s The One Thing with you. This book is all about simplifying your life and achieving extraordinary results by focusing on what truly matters.

It’s all about focus.

Gary Keller hits the nail on the head: “Extraordinary results are directly determined by how narrow you can make your focus.” In a world full of distractions, honing in on your “One Thing” can be the game-changer you need to reach your fitness and health goals – or as I like to simply say, “living your healthiest life.”

I believe Gary Keller was one of the first to point out that multitasking is a myth and that by focusing on one important task at a time, we can achieve more. He states, “Success is built sequentially. It’s one thing at a time.” This principle can be applied to every aspect of our lives, especially our health and fitness. When we have new members join us, we tell them, “First focus on hitting your workouts. Next, focus on dialing in your nutrition. and so forth.” We know that when we try to change too much, too soon, it’s overwhelming and feels impossible to sustain.

Specific Actions to Prioritize Your One Thing

Here are some habits to help you prioritize your “One Thing” this week:

  1. Workout Consistently
    • Action Step: Commit to working out at least 4 times this week. Schedule your workouts like appointments and stick to them. Whether it’s a class at the studio, a swift walk with hand weights, or an evening jog, consistency is key.
  2. Meal-Plan and -Prep One Meal
    • Action Step: Choose one meal to prep for the week. Focus on prioritizing protein. For example, prepare a batch of grilled chicken, quinoa, and steamed veggies for lunches. This will make it easier to stay on track with your nutrition goals. It reduces friction in your daily routine.
  3. Spend Time Outdoors Daily
    • Action Step: Dedicate time each day to be outside. It could be a morning walk, a lunch break in a patch of shade, or an evening bike ride. Fresh air and natural light can boost your mood and energy levels.
  4. Drink Ample Water
    • Action Step: Drink at least half of your body weight (in ounces) of water a day. Carry a water bottle with you, set reminders on your phone, and make it a habit to drink a glass of water before each meal.

Here’s a few of my favorite quotes from the book:

  • “People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures.” —F. M. Alexander
  • “Make sure every day you do what matters most. When you know what matters most, everything makes sense. When you don’t know what matters most, anything makes sense.”
  • “Taking complete ownership of your outcomes by holding no one but yourself responsible for them is the most powerful thing you can do to drive your success.”
  • “The majority of what you want will come from the minority of what you do.”

I hope this ignites you! Have a wonderful week, FitFam!

 

Stay focused, keep crushing it!
xo Coach Jenn
Coastal Fitness
(aka Fit Body Boot Camp)
12220 Towne Lake Dr
Fort Myers, FL 33913
Text/call 239-207-0003