Do you know your WHY? Why do you have the goals you have? Defining this FIRST can boost your success rather than just focusing on the HOW. In today’s Fitness Friday episode, I chat with Jillian Michaels, and we dive deep into some of the most common questions and challenges faced by fitness enthusiasts at all levels. With a balanced mix of personal anecdotes, scientific research, and practical advice, we explore various aspects of motivation, goal-setting, and exercise strategies. We discuss the mental and emotional factors that drive us towards our fitness pursuits. Jillian shares valuable perspectives on cultivating the right mindset and tapping into our innermost desires to fuel our commitment to a healthier lifestyle. We also place a significant emphasis on an often-overlooked yet critical component of any successful fitness regimen. By delving into the nuances of proper form and movement patterns, Jillian underscores the importance of getting this foundational aspect right to avoid potential injuries and setbacks down the line. If you’re seeking to deepen your understanding of what it takes to achieve sustainable fitness success, both mentally and physically, tune in today! Jillian Michaels is a Fitness Authority, Businesswoman, 8x NY Best Selling Author, and TV Personality. As a staple in the fitness community, Jillian is not afraid to take a stance on the facts regarding health. From her own fitness DVDs to her now incredibly successful app, Jillian tries to bring health, fitness, and wellness in a professional, informative, accessible way to as many people as possible. What we discuss: Motivation and finding your "why" Losing the last 10 pounds Importance of not creating too large of a calorie deficit (500-700 calorie deficit max) Inefficiency of steady-state cardio compared to resistance training and HIIT for most fitness goals Importance of proper form when doing repetitive movements like running to avoid injuries Getting an expert to analyze your form for activities like running to fix improper movement patterns that can lead to issues like knee problems down the line. Thank you to our sponsor: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off To learn more about Jillian Michaels: Jillian’s Instagram - @ jillianmichaels Jillian’s Website - https://www.jillianmichaels.com/ Find more from Jen: Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices