When Clients Become Friends

I got into a very interesting discussion the other day about the personal trainer/client relationship with my friend (and fellow PT).  Specifically, it was about how that relationship can turn into a friendship, especially with long-term clients. 

She has had a client for over a year and feels that this person views her more as a friend than as a trainer.  As a result, my PT friend feels that her client isn't getting the results that she would like, but happily pays week after to week to have a "workout buddy".

Here is the dilemma:

Do you continue to work with a client who is not reaching her fitness goals, but is happy to continue to pay for your services?

OR 

Do you end the relationship knowing that, despite your best efforts, you are not able to help them progress any further?

I have a few thoughts on this.

Resolutions Revitalized

A new month is here and it time to reflect of those resolutions (goals, plans, images or whatever you want to call them).

You may remember at the beginning of last month, I updated my inspiration board to better reflect what is currently important to me.

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: Wrap Up

That's all she wrote, folks!

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: Ab Ripper X

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: Turbo Fire Core 20

Another week, another step towards...

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: No Crunches Required

Are you ready, friends?

#Fitblog Abs Challenge: Core Muscles 101

While I was busy consuming pulled port at the Ribfest and relaxing at the cottage, I completely forgot about the new challenge that started.

#Fitblog Plank Challenge, Week 6: Six Packs of Motivation

Hope you had a fantastic weekend, friends! I know I did :)

I had a photo shoot on Friday with the fabulous Christine @ C. Duncan's Photography.  I can't believe she shot over 400 pics!  So looking forward to seeing and sharing them.

I also spent some time here.

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#Fitblog Planks Challenge, Week 5: Alternate Workouts

Hope you had a great weekend!  It's Monday, so that means it is time for an update.

#Fitblog Planks Challenge, Week 4: Exposed - Why I Love My Body

I hope you had a fantastic weekend and are ready to tackle the week!

I was at my very first event to promote my business and had a fantastic time.  I will give you a full recap in tomorrow's post because today is all about....

#Fitblog Planks Challenge, Week 3: Belly Talk

Happy Memorial Day to my American friends!

You may have noticed my lack of postage this weekend.  I have decided to follow in the foot steps of some of my fellow bloggers and try taking the weekends off from blogging.

There are a few reasons for this:  I have noticed that my readership has been very low on the weekends, especially as the weather gets warmer (people would much rather be sipping mojitos than reading my blog ;).

Also, I have found it tricky getting the post in on the weekends with my busy schedule.  I don't want to write random posts just to get something out there.

Quality is much more important than quality.

Planks Challenge, Week 2: Partner Up!

I hope everyone had a fantastic long weekend, I know I did.

Just got back from the cottage with the sun, sand, food and family.  Just check out the view!

#Fitblog Plank Challenge, Week 1: Tips and Technique

It is a dreary Monday in Toronto, but I am happy nonetheless as today is the first day of...

#Fitblog Plank Challenge

With all the Blogger issues over the last few days, I almost forgot to post about a brand new challenge!

Artwork by @leavingfatville

PIPES Challenge, Wrap Up and Resolutions Re-Energized

It is the beginning of the month and that can only mean one thing...

It's time to re-energize those New Year's Resolutions! 

PIPES Challenge, Week 6 and Learning to Love Pilates

I love pilates.

It is a great way to connect movement and breath, creates long, lean muscles and can help with weight loss.

But I didn't always think so.

PIPES Challenge, Week 5 and Sticking To Your Program

Do you find it difficult to get back into your exercise programs after a few days off (or longer)?

Maybe you were unable to workout because of sickness or injury.

Perhaps you are trying to juggle too many commitments between family and work.

Maybe it has been so long since you have done your program that you are not sure where to begin (or are no longer motivated to do so).

Try It Tuesdays

I'd like to think that I am fairly open person.  I am always ready to take on a new challenge and step outside my comfort zone.

However, I often find myself doing the same kind of exercise, eating the same thing for lunch and following the same routine day after day.

It is not done purposely, we are all just creatures of habit. Every once in a while I "wake up" and realize it is time to shake things up.

Once a month on Tuesday, I am going to blog about something new that I would like to try.  It could be anything from a great shampoo to experimenting in the kitchen with a new cuisine.

Here are my 3 for this month.

PIPES Challenge, Week 3 and What I am Loving Right Now

I saw a fantastic post from Kristina @ Spabettie about things that she is loving right now.  I liked the idea so much, I thought I would borrow it :)


Things I am Loving Right Now

Boca Athletics
I found this line on my shopping adventure last week and absolutely love it.  The fit is flattering, the material is comfortable and the price is right.  I will keep you posted to let you know if it stands the test of time.

PIPES Challenge, Week 2 and Fit Expo Fun

Yesterday, I had the chance to go to a Fit Expo at Xtreme Couture.  For those not who don't live in the T., they are a fitness club that also offers MMA.

A good friend of mine is a member and has been trying to get to me to check it out for a while and I thought this was a great opportunity to see what they have to offer.