Happy Thanksgiving!

Enjoy all the foods, and get back on track on Friday!

SO many people are afraid of the scale.

Some of the hate as coming from expectations of being a certain weight other than what they feel they should be. Also, it’s often not a direct reflection of their hard work in the gym and from their healthy eating habits.

In theory, when we work out and eat healthily the scale should give us a number we are happy with, yet it often doesn’t. Many people avoid weighing in because of it and think to evaluate their success from that number.

The scale is just one measurement of weight loss. The number on the scale should be going down if we are doing everything we can to support weight loss, however, don’t use this as the one all be all method.

I encourage you to get on the scale just for the fact that you should be aware but don’t let it define your success.

Today’s #askmonetti question “why isn’t the scale going down, if I did everything to lose weight”

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Do you feel threatened by other gyms opening in your area?

I get this question quite often, especially from members of bodhi expressing concern with all the new gyms opening up in Somerville NJ.

I appreciate the growth of the fitness industry and how it's become popular enough to have a gym on every corner these days. There are many options for people and I like it when people can see and experience the difference between each of them.

And when/if people come to bodhi for our program it is a sign that they really want to be there.

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The WNBF Worlds is the largest and most competitive Natural Bodybuilding event of the year with over 340 competitors from all over the world.

Karen judged, Anthony was the emcee and we reviewed the event in this podcast.

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We could sum up most of these questions with one word: Discipline.

When it comes to your weekly weigh-ins and the scale doesn't move, how do you stay motivated?

First, we encourage you not to put so much value in the weight on the scale. It can lead to discouraging moments of feeling defeated.

The scale is a great tool to use but not the only way to measure your success.

Listen up! this is a NO B.S. answer to your question of "How do I stay motivated when the weight on the scale doesn't move?"

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#44 How to reprogram your mind for positive thinking

I’m not a therapist, I’ll start by saying that.

I do feel most people just get stuck on negativity and then in return attract more negativity. We are magnets to our thoughts and emotions. The more we think about something, the more we inevitably bring into our lives.

It’s the law, of attraction. What I’ve found helpful, is staying in my head and analyzing my thoughts. And by working hard on blocking out distractions, while focusing on things that I want to attract into my life. Life is full of challenges, they are unavoidable. How well you face these challenges, will determine if you can overcome them or not.

Awareness, and adaptability. You will discover more positive uplifting opportunities once you let shit go and move on. There is always a silver lining, it may not be so evident but it’s your responsibility to discover it and focus on it to create more of it.

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#43 Stop cheating on your diet!

A common question we get asked often is “How do I stop cheating on my diet?”

First, stop calling it a diet. The noun definition of “diet” is the kinds of food that a person, animal, or community habitually eat. Also known as food, to keep this as simple as possible.

Second, when you call it cheating you automatically feel a guilty emotion because “cheating” on anything is frowned upon. If you are a person of integrity that is.

And while feeling guilty to eat something you enjoy, you are setting yourself up for a restrictive “diet”. And when you feel restricted you are more likely to be extreme with your food selections. One day, week or month, either you eat really “clean” or you eat like an asshole and completely throw your hard work out the window leading to a potential binge-fest.

Finding balance is key, and discipline will be your solution.

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Back in 99, My pre-workout supplements used to be a handful of Hydroxycut and before that, I used to take 1 aspirin, 1 vivarin, and 1 ephedrine.

Who remembers when ephedrine was sold over the counter and it was legally accepted to take during competition? I’m showing my age here a bit.

Really though I love pre-workout supplements. And since all the good shit is banned (just kidding) I love me some quality pre-workout. I’ve been a fan of @nutrabio and their whole supplement line. Mainly because they have a no BS full disclosure label and pack their stuff with quality. Plus the taste is …

Today's #askmonetti was “Do you have 1) a philosophy on pre-workouts and 2) a pre-workout that you like?”

Before yesterday’s training session I chopped up a quick video explaining my thoughts on pre-workouts and which ones I have been using recently.

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How to stick to your diet pin the weekends?

The weekend mentality will ruin your gains, that’s a fact.

So many people go hard Monday - Friday and on the weekends, the throw away their hard work by overeating. When it comes to weight loss, this is a 24/365 job. That may deter you from starting a weight loss plan but it’s the truth.

That being said, it does get easier when you practice a healthier more sustainable approach to overall health and weight loss.

Karen and I dive into this topic as we feel it’s the #1 reason people don’t see as much success as they could.

Please leave us a review for this podcast and direct all your bodybuilding, fitness and weight loss questions to my Instagram @anthonymonetti. You ask the questions, we answer them! #askmonetti

There is no such thing as overtraining, just under-eating.
Or it overtraining really a thing?

Both are true. You can definitely over train, and there are times when you are just under-eating, under sleeping and bore of your current workout routine.

Karen and I dive into some stories about overtraining and share tips to avoid plateaus and ultimately overtraining.

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Does creatine work for building muscle?

I get asked this question a ton and have only my experiences to share.

I've found creatine to be one of the only supplements that work every time. But Don't expect miraculous gains from taking a few milligrams of creatine.

I find the only way to build quality muscle is to train intensely for years, consistently.

Supplements have their place, but not to replace hard work and quality nutrition.

What is your biggest struggle with your diet?

That was this month’s question. Every month we post a different question on our community board at bodhi and our members chime in with their answers.

“Variety. I’m a slave to my macros”  was an answer that stuck out to me and I’m sure a lot of people struggle with this so it makes sense to create some content around this painful topic.

First and foremost, please understand the word slave is very extreme and by you using this word puts you in a very vulnerable place when it comes to ever be successful with your health/weight loss journey.

Karen and I dive into this #askmonetti with some real truth that you may not want to hear but, you know it comes from my no B.S. mentality.

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Dieting through the holidays.

Who would do such a thing?

Anyone who wants to avoid feeling like shit.

We talk about it all year long, not just during the holidays. When you are too restrictive with your food selections for dieting or everyday living (which are the same thing) you create a good/bad healthy/not healthy relationship with food.

Food is food. You have better more nutritious foods that give you more bang for your buck and you have foods that may not be so nutritious but they taste really freaking good and are just as good for you, more on a mental and emotional standpoint.

You should be eating both. All year. In moderation and with an appreciation for their value in your life. Don’t overcomplicate this. Eat the foods, but be mindful of your ultimate goal of feeling and looking your best.

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What is your biggest struggle during the holidays when it comes to staying on your diet?

How do you deal with injury and the required time off?

The same way we handle all setbacks.

I handle injuries and the required time off first by recognizing change is coming and a mind shift is needed. You always have at least 2 options when faced with an injury or any adversity, failure, or set back for that matter. A feeling of defeat may be noticeable which is negative and will most likely make you feel even worse, leading to potential depression.

For me, this is not a good feeling so I work hard to recognize signs quickly and avoid any further self-loathing. I choose optimism and gratitude solely on the fact that I always feel better when focusing on the positive.

In this podcast Karen and I tell some stories about our injuries and how we rebounded to become even stronger than before the injury. Remember none of the challenges we face are designed to be easy, they are meant to challenge us. And since you know you are the author, director, and producer of your life’s journey, you have the power to change the outcome, not the circumstances.

Believe in yourself.

Trust the process.

Practice patience.

Should I skip a meal after a cheat meal?

In today's 9 min #askmonetti episode, Karen and I discuss what you should do and what you shouldn't do after a "cheat meal".

First, let’s not call you a cheater. The foods we label as good and bad cause us to have an unhealthy relationship with food. And it’s not the foods that are bad or good, it’s the quantity that makes the difference. I mean there are good healthy foods and foods that are not so nutritious. Great t tasting foods don’t have to be taboo and eliminated from your diet.

Furthermore,  eat the foods you enjoy in moderation. And if you have a meal that wasn’t in your diet plan and your account for it, it’s ok. You didn’t fuck anything up. However, we hear people skipping their next meal, and even fast the next day to balance out one meal and it's causing more disruption to your weight loss goal.

When your blood sugar is elevated from a high-calorie meal, your blood sugar drops just as quickly soon after. If you do not eat anything for hours after your blood sugar drops to a point where you are physiologically looking for food to raise it back up.

This is the roller coaster many people take themselves on from being scared to eat while feeling guilty most of the time. Also, please consider your mental health when you are constantly in a mental struggle of what foods are good, bad.

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Believe in yourself.
Trust the process.
Practice patience.

We all have a unique story, along with unique goals and aspirations. Since our goals are often different from our friends and family we sometimes get pressured to do things that aren't in line with our goals.

You asked - How do I handle peer pressure?

we answered! If you found any value in this message please share it with a friend that may be dealing with some pressure and needs the courage to stands up for themselves.

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Go Vegan! If you want, and If not we still love you!

Should I go vegan was the question and Karen and I answered in this #askmonetti podcast.