I don't have the full story about this magic table. I understand that it moved your muscle for you and used some electrical stimulation. Are you kidding me? How about the electrical stimulation to get your arse off the couch and actually do something?



Have we become so afraid of the concept of hard work that it's just too much to help ourselves by moving to get our bodies and minds into the best shape of our lives? After spending my entire adult life challenging people to become their best physically and mentally it scares me to see some of the products and promises that individuals and companies are marketing in the name of health and exercise.

We should clear up a few things right here.

Reasonable fact #1- It is good to move. Movement creates energy and energy is what we all need to fill our lives with a passion and a doing that is so necessary to making this time on the planet truly special

Reasonable fact #2- There are no short cuts for hard work and will to get better.All of these fitness gimmicks and Bulls--t promises that these people and companies make are just that, Bulls--t Don't get suckered in and just plan to get out and get moving

Reasonable fact #3- We are a movement seeking mechanism. Movement gets it all going and gives us thirst for more of the same good feeling. Not only do we engage our bodies when we get moving but our thought processes and our creative energies are also stimulated. It can be as easy as going outside for a short walk and filling your lungs with some fresh air and letting the sun beat down on your face for a few minutes. All it takes is a bit of desire and taking the first step

Reasonable fact #4- Movement creates accomplishment. The simple fact of engaging mind and body sets things in motion that would not have been set in motion by playing a video game or watching the 125th episode of Law and Order. If you're interested in small progresses in your personal life, business life, and your happiness meter be sure to start moving on a regular basis.

Reasonable fact #5- if it sounds to crazy to be true, it probably is. Over the past few years I've consistently marveled at the incredible stories and short cuts that I've heard that actually claim to make people healthier. Much of it is really a load of Bull. Trust your first instinct and change the channel or just tell the person who might be telling you about the newest fitness revolution to just " shut up". Do that person a further favor by telling them to be a bit less gullible. You might make them think. If not, send them over to me and I can talk to them about some Florida swampland that I can sell them for development.

Reasonable fact #6- There is no quick fix. Fitness requires commitment and should become a lifestyle not just the fad of the month exercise or diet. We would all be well served to live by the words of a famous recovery program and start to live one day at a time. Look for consistent behavior and doable results for yourself. Sticking to a doable plan and giving yourself credit and rewards along the way are a good way to stay the course. Don't expect too much and don't worry about the person next to you in your fitness class. Do this for you and be happy with your effort and your results. Give yourself credit for just doing. It will lead to more doing and bigger and better things.

Learn to be happy with who you are.in your fitness quest and in life in general. All too often we are too interested in comparing ourselves to others. Make your journey to fitness and health a very personal journey. It's important to do this for you because that's all that matters. Keep your eyes on the prize, you and your improved health, and you will build a slow but sure momentum to take you to some very enjoyable results. Be reasonable in your expectations for yourself and your goals will start to become more doable. Remember, your looking for your best you and your best effort. It's all you can do.

Fred Nicklaus