How I built a running habit (and the framework you can use for anything)

In a perfect world, we’d all be fit, hot and rich. There’s no shortage of self-help books and programs, and the number of us who buy into that and never do anything don’t lag behind either.

I recently read an article by Alex Shultz on the best way to take a nap (“How to Take the Perfect Weekend Nap”). It was really interesting in that it explained all about our circadian rhythm and how our weekend habits can have a different effect to during the week.

On my staycation over Christmas and New Year this year I read “Why we sleep” by Matthew Walker. What a fantastic book. A delicious compilation of neuroscientific studies showing why it’s so important that we get our required sleep. I really cannot recommend this book highly enough.

“Why am I so tired?” was the 8th most googled health question of 2018. Part of me was blown away when I saw that and then once I thought about it, actually it made perfect sense, especially given the line of work we are in at Next Evolution Performance.

These days most people are across the fact that if you train your body physically, you are far more likely to prevent physical illness, and enjoy great mental benefits as well.

So for those of you who haven’t heard, my New Year Resolution this year was to do two yoga classes a week when I’m Sydney and at least one on the weekend if I’m travelling for work during the week.

Those who know me know I had a pretty serious back injury late last year. Those who don’t….well, now you do! It wasn’t insignificant and required a full six month rehabilitation program.

I have a Fitbit. It’s one of the original Charge versions and I’ve had it for almost two and a half years now. It’s a part of my person and goes everywhere with me. There are only three things I do without it, and it really bugs me….because I can’t track anything without it on.