A key in setting realistic health goals is knowing your starting point. We all have different genetics & typically fall into 3 different types of metabolisms (...or somewhere in-between one of the 3). An ectomorph is that person who can eat anything & not gain weight. An ectomorphs metabolism is like a road bike. A mesomorph is that person who can gain fat and build muscle (depending on their choices). A mesomorph metabolisms is like a mountain bike. An endomorph is that person who seems to look at food & gain weight. An endomorphs metabolism is like a beach cruiser. The reality is this...your genetics & your past history of diet & exercise directly affects the speed of your metabolism. The great news is whether you are a road bike, mountain bike or beach cruiser...all 3 bikes can make it from LA to NY...some bikes will just get their faster, just like you achieving your health goals. The biggest mistake people make is setting unrealistic health goals...get clear on your starting point, implement the right strategies and whatever your speed of metabolism you can & will achieve your goals & permanently reprogram your metabolism. Here's a visual that shows the 3 body types well (also in page 33 of Body Confidence). Lets keep making our health happen! Mark MacDonald, Body Confidence
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