HABIT : A recurrent, often unconscious, pattern of behaviour, which is acquired through frequent repetition: an established disposition of the mind or character.
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit” – Aristotle
Research indicates that around 45% of most people’s daily actions are carried out habitually, without conscious decision-making or awareness. Science tells us that once a habit is formed, it works effortlessly for you in the background, which in turn frees up time and mental capacity to add more new habits. When lifestyle choices become habitual they are automatic – they happen intuitively and generally require little or no further thought or effort. This process is the same, regardless of whether we perceive a habit to be a ‘good’ habit or ‘bad’ habit, and that distinction is driven primarily by our individual belief systems and state of personal identity.
As with all areas of life, our current state of health, fitness and performance is largely a reflection of the daily habits we follow and the outcomes that result from those actions. It stands to reason, therefore, that if we have a desire to improve our health and fitness or enhance our performance in work, sport or life in general, creating habits that are in line with these desires and reducing those that conflict with our goals will provide the best chance of success.
By tapping into this innate human pathway, the CORE 4 process provides a powerful resource for helping people make better choices and add layer upon layer of healthy habits over time, without feeling daunted or overwhelmed. Through the practice of gaining little win after little win and an almost-immediate awareness of the benefits, individuals become aware of the compounding impact of these changes, and feel empowered and in control. This self-rewarding process creates the perfect environment and blueprint for achieving significant and sustainable improvements in physical, mental and emotional well-being, strength and performance.