You're struggling with a resistant client's diet plan. How can you guide them towards optimal results?

Understand the root of resistance: 1. Ask open-ended questions to uncover concerns and fears 2. Listen actively and empathetically to build trust 3. Tailor diet plans to respect feelings and preferences Examples in functional training: - Identifying a client's fear of injury and modifying exercises accordingly - Recognizing a client's busy schedule and creating a flexible training plan - Acknowledging a client's love for certain foods and incorporating them into their diet plan By understanding the root of resistance, you can: - Build trust and rapport with clients - Create personalized plans that increase adherence - Empower clients to take ownership of their health journey

Trust needs to be built for them to honour your coaching style and personality. Are they a referral? It's easier to build trust if they know from someone else you can do the role. Met them for the first time? Show them testimonials to put them at ease because they need to buy into your values see themselves walking the path with you. Essentially they're investing in themselves, taking a huge gamble on there emotional and physical well being and giving it to you to look after & praying you don't squash it! They need to take responsibility but as a coach it's important to see the road blocks they put up for themselves, be black & white from the start. Build a plan together, ask for feedback, change what doesn't work and communicate!

Set realistic goals: 1. Start with small, achievable changes (e.g., adding one serving of veggies per day) 2. Focus on one goal at a time to avoid overwhelm 3. Celebrate successes to build confidence and momentum Examples in functional training: - Gradually increasing exercise intensity or duration - Progressively adding weight or resistance to workouts - Focusing on one skill or movement pattern at a time (e.g., mastering a squat before moving to deadlifts) By setting realistic goals, you can: - Prevent overwhelm and frustration - Build confidence and motivation - Create a sustainable path to long-term success

S-Specific to the individual, where are they on there fitness experience & journey-beginner or are they a long time exercise nut who just has ups and downs M-Measurable variables-Myfitnesspal or hand sized portions for calorie and portion control? A-you need set a tatrget together, will they it? Comfort them with IF they don't the world will not end. Come back and refocus and why it was perhaps too much of a tall order R-Realistic with their lifestyle-kids, work, is it a tall order? What do they have in their diaries that they can say no to and would like to do. Find a blend they are happy with T-Time-this is perhaps the most important and you will both never know if it can be done in the allotted time but you need to set it & get feedback

Empower through education: 1. Explain how macronutrients fuel performance and recovery 2. Teach how to read nutrition labels and understand portion sizes 3. Share examples of performance-enhancing foods (e.g., bananas for potassium, lean proteins for muscle repair) Examples in functional training: - Explaining how complex carbohydrates fuel endurance exercises - Discussing the importance of protein for muscle growth and repair - Sharing tips on healthy snacking for optimal energy levels By educating your client, you can: - Help them make informed nutrition choices - Enhance their performance and recovery - Support their long-term fitness success

Bite sized bits of information will help. I do some on my Instagram stories-nutrition, mindset and movement. 20s nuggets of education they can think about during their day so they can slowly digest and see when it can fit into their lifestyle so it's not forced. Nutrition can be a mind field to people. Assuring them to break down what they need to eat, but if they over eat it's ok. They need to know it's ok to make mistakes and have bumps in the road but not to make a habit out of it!

Personalize the diet plan: 1. Identify client's favorite foods and incorporate into meal plan 2. Offer healthier alternatives to less nutritious options 3. Involve client in meal planning and grocery shopping Examples in functional training: - Creating a customized nutrition plan for a client training for a marathon - Helping a client with dietary restrictions (e.g., gluten-free, vegan) develop a balanced meal plan - Incorporating client's cultural or personal food preferences into their diet plan By personalizing the diet plan, you can: - Increase client adherence and satisfaction - Improve nutritional outcomes and performance - Build trust and strengthen client-coach relationship

Monitor progress: 1. Celebrate small victories to maintain motivation 2. Use food diaries or apps to track intake and identify patterns 3. Regular check-ins for feedback and support Examples in functional training: - Tracking client's macronutrient intake to optimize performance - Monitoring client's hydration levels to enhance recovery - Adjusting client's meal plan based on progress photos and measurements By monitoring progress, you can: - Identify areas for improvement and adjust plan accordingly - Keep client motivated and engaged in their journey - Demonstrate the effectiveness of the personalized diet plan