EP - 53 – Why do I struggle to stick to my exercise and nutrition goals? – how to make healthy habits last

In this episode Matt talks about the importance of a having a clear strategy and plan when trying to establish new habits.  45% of our actions in life are habitual, automatic and require no thought. Will power is finite and is often taken up for things like decision making at work and reacting to life as it happens.The challenge therefore is to install the right habits in that 45% which is automatic and requires no thought and therefore no will power. Matt discusses the value of picking one keystone habit that will have the biggest compound effect on all areas of your life and gives you some practical tips on making these new habits stick.Anyone is capable of positive change but it happens gradually, there are no overnight successes. Every new habit you adopt builds confidence and creates momentum towards the best version of you."Whether you think you can or you can't, you're right"Henry FordBook suggestions from Matt around this the topic of habit forming. 1.       No sweat – Michelle Sieger 2.       Atomic Habits – James Clear3.       The compound effect – Darren Hardy 4.       The power of habit – Jack Hodge  instagram/facebook @mattmarneyfitness (DM if you have a question or topic for the show)or  e mail [email protected] (please put podcast question in the title)    

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Matt Marney has been working in the well-being space for over 20 years. He is a personal trainer, group exercise/Pilates instructor and meditation teacher. This unique blend and experience gives Matt an appreciation and understanding of the mind body connection and its role in promoting optimal health, wellbeing and performance.

Over the last decade Matt has also worked as a teacher trainer where he shares his experience with movement teachers and fitness professionals. This role ensures Matt is up to date with the latest research and developments in the industry and he delivers this knowledge with passion and enthusiasm.

After training hundreds of clients over the years he realised the same misconceptions about health and wellbeing came up time and again therefore he decided to start a corporate wellbeing company Wellness Education Dubai in the hope he could educate and motivate more people. He realised taking the right information and motivation to groups at the workplace could be more impactful and he enjoys educating and inspiring groups to become empowered and create agency (for individuals) to make real change.

This podcast is another vehicle Matt uses to educate and motivate people more people.