I truly believe that to be successful, you must not play by other people's rules.  In my opinion, when you live by someone else's rules, you are in fact limiting yourself and your ability to grow as a human-being.  You are living a life that is not unique, not - YOU.
 
This is not to say, break the law or do things unethically; not at all...you just need to live the life you want without boundaries.

When I first started in the fitness industry about 5 years ago, I was a perfect example of this.  I worked for companies, ALL of which had me follow practices I wasn't really passionate about. 

These principles ranged from sales to advertising to customer service to marketing and so on.  So I was told, these methods were the best way of doing things.

At first I didn't know any better.  I was just content on having a job and working in the fitness industry.  But after a couple years of struggling, I quickly discovered that the ONLY way I was going to be successful and live the life I wanted was to go out on my own and start my own business.

Was it a gamble? Sure.
Was I scared?  You bet your arse. 

After all, before I became involved with fitness and health as a profession, I had had the same job for 6 years.  So having 3 different jobs in the span of 3 years was nuts for someone like me.

But looking back, I don't regret a thing.  Sure, starting my own business was risky, but it was totally worth it. 

I now live life on MY terms.  I play by MY rules.  I have differentiated myself from everyone else by exemplifying the best customer service in this business and because of that, I am successful.  As a friend recently told me, if you're "fitting" in, you're failing.  I couldn't agree more. 

The same is true about the training philosophy I teach.  The reason I'm in business is because I've gone against what many people in this country think...

"You need a gym to get into great shape." 

Fact is though, the GYM does not get you into shape. 

Your motivation and desire to exercise DOES. 
Your dedication and devotion to eating sensibly DOES. 
Your decision and commitment to living a healthier lifestyle DOES.

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Why not think that instead of going to the 'gym'...your BODY is your own gym?

Why not save 7 hours a week traveling?

Why not avoid the posing, meat-market, spandex wearing crowd?

Why not save $50 dollars or more from annoying monthly fees?

Why not exercise in the comfort and privacy of your own home?

Why not avoid the clunky, dangerous machines that risk injury?

Why not follow practical exercises such bodyweight calisthenics, free weight exercises, band/tubing training and intense cardio conditioning?

Why not stop relying on a tired fitness trend that is inconvenient but rather a sensible fitness program that can easily be incorporated as a lasting lifestyle?

Why not stop following the herd and be different?

Now, if you're O.K. with the gym, that's fine by me.  But don't say I didn't give you better solutions to get fit. 

Fact is, I not only teach people how to be successful with in-home personal training but I also follow it myself. 

DO NOT think for a second that I am some guy that sits behind a computer, writes random articles and doesn't practice what he preaches.

Truth is, it's a miracle that I write as many articles as I do considering I train 35-40 sessions a week and run a business.

But I make no excuses.  Fitness and health is my life, so you best believe I'm following a religious routine that I'm passionate about and truly believe in.

EVERYDAY, I follow the "The In-Home Personal Trainer" workout routines - The In-Home Personal Trainer all of which are done right in my own bedroom.  The routines take me 30-45 minutes and I feel like a million bucks afterward!

I also eat 5-6 healthy meals a day and drink plenty of water (more about this in later articles)

And guess what?

I'm in the best shape of my life! 

So stop relying on the gym to get in shape.  Save time, money and peace of mind by ordering my book today! 

Here is the link again - The In-Home Personal Trainer.

Jim Coughlin is a personal trainer and the owner of Coughlin Fitness & Results, a nationwide personal training company. He is also the author of The In-Home Personal Trainer, a helpful guide to successful in-home personal training in addition to other products and many other popular fitness articles.

Jim is very passionate at motivating people to empower themselves to live a healthy lifestyle through consistent exercise and proper nutrition. He has free weekly success tips which you are welcome to subscribe to on his website http://www.fitnessandresults.com