I get it.  I know you are dedicated. At the outset of any big physical push, there is a tendency to do too much too soon.  It’s natural. Usually the push begins out of dissatisfaction with the status quo.  When the dissatisfaction reaches a tipping point – BAM – you want to change it all now.  Overnight.  Right this second! In Relentless Transformation kick-off consultations, I’m regularly holding people back from what the believe they should be doing.  “I can give you 6 days a week.  1.5 hours in the gym per day.  No, make it 7 days!”  I always appreciate the dedication.  And then of course I roll up my sleeves and explain why I only want 3 workouts in week one. Why do an insane percentage of people get sick after marathons?  I know plenty of people who were sick after the Broad Street Run and that’s “only” 10 miles! Exercise is a stressor.  Period.  You are imposing a demand on your body.  In the aftermath of a demand, especially an intense one (race days usually qualify), the body must be given a chance to adapt.  If it’s not given that chance, the immune system suffers.  And you … Continue reading Too Much Too Soon, Fat 2 Fit, and Stoicism