Do you live a healthy lifestyle?
If not, you're not alone. According
to research, under three percent of Americans actually do.
Eating right, exercising, and
avoiding unhealthy habits may sound like common sense. But implementing those
habits can prove difficult because it requires reinventing your entire life.
Change on this level works best when you work with a professional who can help you get started, navigate the process, and stay on track. Read on to learn how to choose a health coach that will lead you to success.
Qualifications
Look for credentials when choosing
somebody to help you get your life on track. Learn from somebody who holds a
higher comprehension of biology, nutrition, and the human mind.
Choose a coach with a college degree
in some type of health science, like nutrition, nursing, counseling,
etc. A well-rounded education means that they understand health from all
angles and not only one aspect of it.
You might also look for somebody
with a background in teaching fitness classes or yoga. Of course, you want a
certified health coach, because this tells you that they know how to organize
the information to help you apply it to your life. Check it out, here you
will find all qualified professionals!
Availability
To reap the benefits of a health
coach, you must keep your efforts consistent. Ask how often they can meet with
you and what hours work for them.
If their schedule does not match
yours, pick another coach. Trying to fit sessions in where they do not fit may
result in you skipping them or quitting altogether.
Find somebody with a very flexible
schedule or one that fits to yours. This way you do not sabotage yourself.
Lifestyle
What kind of lifestyle does your
potential coach live? The best health coaching experience comes from somebody
who leads by example.
Ask them questions and look at their
social media page. You want somebody who eats healthy, stays active, and takes
care of themselves all around to help you do the same.
Philosophy
Learn what a coach believes about health,
fitness, nutrition, etc. In fact, their entire life philosophy can make a big
difference with how they may teach you and what methods they will use to help
you reach your goals.
Make sure that your philosophies
match up. You may not know as much as them about the details, but you want to
stay true to yourself in all that you do.
Testimonials and
Reviews
One of the best ways to know if
you're getting what they promise is by checking their results. Look for online
testimonials and reviews to see what their past clients say about working with
them.
You may find some on their website,
which you should read. But, also look on neutral platforms, because people do
not market themselves with negative reviews.
Choose
a Health Coach Wisely
Choose a health coach wisely. Put
great consideration into who you will trust with shaping your body, mind, and
overall life.
Living healthier means learning more
about wellness. Read additional tips on our health page!
