If you’ve ever critiqued anyone’s performance, then you know how important it is to provide balanced, helpful feedback. You can’t just berate a kid, for instance, about all the ways he messed up. And you can’t merely praise a subordinate all day without providing challenges for improvement. So, if you know that, then our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers want to know why can’t you be so lovingly balanced in the way you talk to yourself … ABOUT yourself? It’s so much easier to pile on, isn’t it? “I can’t believe I’m so stupid.” “Why am I always the last one to figure things out?” “I should have known I could never get back in shape.” Sound familiar? Here’s a super-simple tactic from our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers to knock it off. Talk to yourself ABOUT yourself the way you would talk to someone else you care about -- let’s say, your best friend. We bet you would NEVER say to your best friend, “You’re so stupid. You should have known you could never get back in shape.” Would you? Nope. You might say something more loving and helpful, like this: “I’ve seen how hard you’ve been working, and you’re doing great. Getting in shape takes time, and I know you can get back on track despite this little setback. Come on! Let’s go for a walk and you’ll feel better in no time.” Our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers want you to acknowledge the disappointment. Learn from it. Move on. Like everything in life, feedback is all about finding the right balance. You’ve done it before. You can do it now with yourself. You've got this! The Method3 Fitness Team If you're ready to experience fitness that is tailored to you with fun, supportive and motivating coaches to encourage you, challenge you, and celebrate YOU then fill out the "Send Me More Info Now" box above to receive your free consultation with our Los Gatos personal fitness trainers OR call us 408-371-1212 to connect. We're looking forward to talking with you! Method3 Fitness is conveniently located in San Jose. Our team of personal fitness trainers serve clients in Los Gatos, Campbell, Willow Glen and other surrounding Bay Area cities. If you found this blog useful, be sure to let us know and SHARE it on your favorite channel! The Method3 Fitness blog is updated weekly by our San Jose personal fitness trainers. All content is designed to improve the way you move, eat, and think so you can achieve your goals and live stronger for today. Check back here each week and LIKE our Fan Page, to stay up to date on the latest tips, strategies and methods to get active, gain energy and get healthy again!