Whether you are a regular person in pursuit of a higher level of fitness or someone who is embarking on a career in fitness, there are habits which must be developed early on in order for you to be successful in remaining in optimal shape. While there are health implications for anyone who does not practice healthy habits, poor habits can destroy a fitness career in the blink of an eye. It all boils down to one thing: CONSISTENCY.

No one will take you seriously if you are inconsistent with your level of fitness. I have seen competitors and so-called fitness professionals who yo-yo incessantly, holding onto the excuse of being “off-season” when they pack on considerable weight and cannot work fitness events or do photo shoots as a result. A great deal of this has to do with unhealthy meal plans during contest prep which often completely cut out all carbohydrate sources, followed by a complete loss of control and extended periods of binge eating post-contest. Aren’t fitness and bodybuilding people supposed to be the picture of health? I know I certainly don’t want to just look good a couple of times a year and look like crap for the rest of the year. I take my position as a fitness and medical professional VERY seriously and will ALWAYS lead by example. I will always be shoot ready no matter what time of the year. I do not use crazy meal plans which have me depleted, nor do I overtrain and injure myself.

The most respected fitness people who have viable and admirable fitness careers are those who lead by example year-round. They inspire their fans, friends, families and industry people, and they become accustomed to people asking them what show or photo shoot they are getting ready for because they are ALWAYS on their game.