Health and Success

olistic View of Health

  • Health is holistic, encompassing multiple interconnected components.

  • Key components include metabolic factors, social health, life circumstances/stressors, sleep/hydration, nutrition, and physical activity.

  • These components are interconnected, and improving one can positively affect others.

Seven Components of Health

  • Metabolic Factors: Assessing health risks.

  • Social Health: Intentional connection each day to boost mood.

  • Life Circumstances/Stressors: Acknowledge, accept, and adapt to the situation.

  • Sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours per night for energy, recovery, and cognitive function.

  • Hydration: Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily.

  • Physical Activity: Follow ACSM recommendations—150 minutes of aerobic activity per week and resistance training 2-3 days per week.

  • Nutrition: Prioritize protein and whole, fresh foods.

Goal Setting

  • Metabolic Factors: New table with metabolic risk markers with risk level.

Redefining Success in Health

  • Redefining success in health reframes idealized beliefs.

  • Achieving success in health might look different for everyone.

Functional Goals

  • Functional goals shift focus from weight loss to overall well-being.

  • Understand client goals, motivations, and preferences for program adherence.

Measuring Progress

  • Regular check-ins (every 6-8 weeks) and reassessments (every 6 months) to track progress.

  • Progress is essential for motivation and learning.