The Fit Travel Show

Hey Fit Travel Tribe!
Recently, I recognized a trait of mine that leads directly to stress and overwhelm, and that’s what we discuss in this episode.

Some say that failure is the best teacher, while others say that other people‘s failures are the best teacher. In either case, we can learn from observing behavior and the results of that behavior.
Listen for my story about "Jake".

1. Jake went backwards on his commitment.
2. Jake’s pitfalls caused me to recognize times where I’ve made the same mistake.
3. His change in language reflected his change in attitude and behavior (the only two things we can control).
4. You may think that Jake still has the opportunity to go on his vacation, but you would be ignoring the compounding effect of his decisions over time. This situation and many others like it are the cause of Jake’s constant cycle of quiet desperation.

I’m going to ask a simple question: Can you relate?

I (Mike) did.

Why are we talking about this? Two reasons:

1. Failing commitments:
   1. Increases stress (too many things at once)
   2. Effects everyone around you
   3. Damages self-esteem
2. Truth dagger: Because most people around you are too insecure to recognize and help you. Most people react out of their own insecurity. “You told me you were going to do this!” “You said!” “You promised!” A secure person comes along side you. “Hey Jake, remember last week when you said you were going on that vacation? It seems like buying that kayak, although your reasons seem noble, wasn’t aligned with your goals. I’m worried about you man. Is everything okay? Did something change?” You can imagine the compounding and completely avoidable pain.

Solution

Step 1 - Make a list of all commitments and obligations in one area of your life. In this case, we’ll use finances (We encourage you to do this exercise again for time, extracurricular activities, and even family or relationships. You’ll find that many of your responsibilities overlap “hint hint”.)

Step 2 - Add a TIMESTAMP of when you made that commitment. Haha - don’t quit on us here. You can likely see where this is going. Go ahead and reorder (I.e. reprioritize) your list from oldest to newest.

Step 3 - Whittle down your list of commitments. Those commitments made first should stand, but if this is the first time completing an exercise like this you may not be able to revert on some recent obligations.

This is your opportunity to restart with a fresh mentality. This is your ONE opportunity to hit the reset button.

When I consider our life together, there are certain things that are non-negotiable. There’s no emotion involved. Do we contribute to our 401(k)? It’s not even a decision, it automatically comes out of our paycheck. We work out nearly every day. We eat clean, it’s not up for debate. So to complete Step 3, refine your list, commit in your mind that these (and only these) are your obligations until completed, and step forward with behavior consistent with these obligations. At some point what you know to be true must be converted to action, or it means nothing.

Adventure On,
M&M

Hey Fit Travel Tribe,
In this episode, Gio Roselli shares about his career from WWE Pro Wrestler to Fitness Educator. This conversation was jam-packed with great takeaways, and tools you can use to improve your overall health and wellness.
As we shared the mic with Gio, we couldn't help but recognize his perseverance and the willpower it took to continue pressing forward despite injuries and setbacks. How often are we deterred and slowed down by "life" stuff? As Tommy said recently, so many people live their life within imaginary margins.
Gio's story is truly inspiring, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Adventure On!
M&M

How to Avoid Marketing Mayhem
Stay focused, sift through the noise, and learn to rely on the right resources for quality information in order to live healthier!
Travel Tip: New Airline Routes
Fitness Tip: If you aren't exercising regularly, you're shortening your life. Period. I jumbled some of the specifics in my excitement, but the evidence is there. You've got to find your way into a regular activity and exercise routine - yes, they're different, and both important - and we're here to help! Drop us a line on Facebook, Insta or through email ([email protected]) and we'll help you get started.

Overall Concepts

• Savings and Deals - you still have to spend money in order to save money, very counterintuitive if the savings inconveniences you or causes you to make a purchase you weren't going to purchase in the first place. Example exception: if you're open to different destinations for a particular trip, and happen to find a sale to an unusual place!

Nutrition Marketing

• Organic meanings - "100% organic", "Organic" (at least 95%), "Made with organic" (at least 70%)

Often found in Condiments:

• Fat content
  • Reduced fat or Less fat (25% less than original or comparison)
  • Low fat (3g or less per serving)
  • Fat-free (less than .5g per serving)
• Sugar content (tends to follow fat content)
• Light: 50% less fat OR 1⁄3 less calories

Often found in Breads/Grains/Carbohydrates:

• Pay attention to whole grain vs. 100% whole wheat vs. multi-grain vs. 12-grain, etc.
• “Gluten-free” - avoid if you have been diagnosed by a medical professional as gluten-intolerant. Otherwise, irritable stomach could just be sugar content or otherwise.

Often found in Meat/Poultry:

• “No antibiotics” or “Antibiotic-free” (refer to episode for Maryssa's commentary)
• Lean (meat, poultry or seafood) means less than 10 grams of fat, 4.5 grams of saturated fat, and 95 mg of cholesterol in a 100 gram serving
• Extra lean (meat, poultry or seafood) means less than 5 grams of fat, 2 grams of saturated fat, and 95 mg of cholesterol in a 100 gram servings

USDA labeling:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/regulatory-compliance/labeling
USDA fact sheets:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/food-safety-education/get-answers/food-safety-fact-sheets/food-labeling
Complete labeling regulations document:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/wcm/connect/f4af7c74-2b9f-4484-bb16-fd8f9820012d/Labeling_Requirements_Guide.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
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Our First Ever Interview! Tune in to this awesome episode where we discuss tips and insights for first-time travelers.
Mike's sister, Megan, who currently lives near Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, was Mike's first ever inspiration to travel the world and explore! Over the past 18 years, she's

Hey Fit Travel Tribe,
We have followed Alex on IG (@alexcrockford) for quite some time. Many influencers are disconnected from their followers, unavailable and disingenuous. Alex is the opposite.
Alex wants you to succeed at home, and he is genuine in his pursuit of helping people stay healthy during the pandemic. That's why his app, CrockFit, has hundreds of 5 star reviews on the Apple Store. He put his skills and expertise into an easy-to-use solution you can access from your phone or tablet.
For more about Alex, listen to this episode or visit his website: www.alexcrockford.com
Adventure On,
M&M

Welcome to 2021, Fit Travel Tribe!
We know that this year is going to be your best year yet. In this episode (~40 minutes) we talk about unique new year's resolutions ideas, innovative ways you can accomplish your new year goals, and why new year's resolutions matter now more than ever.
Here are some notes from today's episode:
The article we discuss: Your Comprehensive Guide to Staying Healthy While Traveling
The podcast episode we refer to: Episode 2.1 - What the Heck Happened?! (You can also find it here.)
Brendon Burchard's Book, High Performance Habits, is available on Amazon.
Articles about how accountability leads to success:
https://www.theladders.com/career-advice/3-reasons-successful-professionals-hire-a-life-coach
https://hbr.org/2014/05/the-best-teams-hold-themselves-accountable
https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/310062
https://medium.com/the-mission/the-accountability-effect-a-simple-way-to-achieve-your-goals-and-boost-your-performance-8a07c76ef53a
https://hbr.org/2009/01/what-can-coaches-do-for-you