The All/Nothing Mentality- A Conversation With My Colleague George Pagan III
Mar 19, 2024
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In this podcast, Casey Young and George Pagan III discuss training women over 40, the importance of tailored insights and connections. They tackle the challenges of the all-or-nothing mentality in fitness goals and emphasize building a supportive online community for program participants. The conversation also delves into the value of strength training, non-scale victories, and staying motivated in remote training.
Breaking down goals into smaller steps to prevent burnout and promote consistency.
Patience and persistence are essential in fitness journeys, emphasizing that changes take time and progress fluctuates.
Deep dives
Working with Women Over 40
George Pagon III, a fitness professional, discusses his experience working with women over the age of 40. He mentions that this demographic makes up about 20% of his clients and talks about his initial encounters with them in group class and one-on-one settings. He highlights the mix of clients, from those in their 70s to those just entering the demographic, providing insights into the challenges and motivations of this age group.
Dealing with the 'All or Nothing' Mentality
The conversation delves into the 'all or nothing' mentality seen in clients striving for health and fitness goals. George discusses how clients sometimes feel compelled to go all-in on new trends, leading to potential burnout. He emphasizes the importance of breaking down goals into smaller, achievable steps to prevent discouragement and promote consistency.
Embracing Change and Patience in Fitness
George advocates for patience in fitness journeys, highlighting that changes take time and consistency. He stresses the need for persistence and understanding that progress follows ebbs and flows. The conversation concludes with a quote shared by George, 'Change is the only constant,' emphasizing the transformative nature of fitness endeavors.
George Pagan III is a Personal Trainer & Coach, Fitness Expert & overall great person! George has worked with women in the over 40 demographic throughout his career & in our conversation he describes the challenges women face at this point in their lives related to their health & fitness goals.
George is an advocate for lifelong fitness & for promoting continuing education among personal trainers. He is the owner & founder of FITLETE- an organization dedicated to helping fitness professionals further their knowledge & understanding of all areas of fitness so they can be better trainers for their clients and have a greater level of satisfaction in their work.