The "Magic Pill" Syndrome

As a trainer for over 15 years, I've heard it all.  In fact, this video pretty much sums up everything I've heard over the years.  I'm sure if you've ever worked out with a trainer, you've even heard yourself say one or two of those things.  'Why does it have to hurt?'  'Why can't the foam roller just roll the fat away?'  'Why are my arms so jiggly?'  'I heard that Jillian Michael's pills really work!'  'I can't get rid of my stomach - it's hereditary.'  Seriously, the bottom line is people would much rather have a "magic pill" than actually do the work necessary to get in shape, be healthy and start living life the way they want to live.

It's no wonder, with all of the celebrity endorsed products on the market strategically placed at the check out line at the pharmacy, why it's hard NOT to want to grab Jillian Michael's latest FAT BURNING pills.  Even I was intrigued at the variety of brands claiming to guarantee fat loss in just 3 days!  Heck, I could use to drop a few myself and it would be a lot easier to pop a few pills than to go for a run or cut back on my favorite dessert.

But the bottom line is...there is no "magic pill".   If there were, I'd be out of business and there'd be a line out the door at CVS.  So what can I offer to my clients in lieu of the magic pill?  How about a Magic Formula!  Okay, it's not magic, but it works and it's effective and most of all, it's SAFE for you to follow. 

Dropping 10 pounds or more takes work and a change in diet.   Burning and reducing calories (yes, that's the magic formula) isn't that complicated and it doesn't have to feel like "work". 

If you'd like information on how I can make the Magic Formula work for you, please contact me.  I am taking on new clients who are motivated and ready to start living a healthy active life.

Leslie Maltz, CPT
NASM & NFPT
Owner, Topham Street Gym & Backyard Bootcamp
(818)633-5180
leslie@backyardbootcamp.org