The 8 Laws to Physical Success - Part 2

Progression – Along the path to success, one will continually make improvements and it is imperative that one is continually challenged to avoid plateaus, boredom, or worst of all dropping out altogether. At Pure Payne, you’ll continue to be challenged and motivated to reach higher and higher levels.

Variety – Truly the spice of life. Periodic change in one’s exercise program and food choices can make a world of difference in their pursuit for excellence. Variety keeps the mind and body continually guessing and adapting making it virtually impossible to reach a plateau.

Recovery – Often overlooked, but fundamental to optimal health and wellness, recovery allows the body to reach new levels by rebuilding itself stronger and more resistant to stressors. One’s ability to exercise and perform is highly dependent on their ability to recover. Proper nutrition and plenty of rest are key components to the recovery process.


Nutrition – There seems to be common misconception out there that one can eat whatever they like as long as they’re exercising- NOT TRUE! In order to achieve optimal health and performance, you have to fuel your body with the appropriate nutrients at the appropriate time. Regardless of your goals, well balanced nutritional intake is fundamental to your success.

It is through the 8 Laws of Physical Success that Pure Payne will assist you in your path to optimal health and performance. Unlike traditional health clubs, we take pride in your continual improvement and embrace every opportunity to help you reach your goals. We believe that we must be the change we want to see in this industry by educating and empowering our clients one at a time. Though this, we will redefine what health and fitness should and can be. The journey starts here.

The 8 Laws to Physical Success - Part 1

At the end of the day, we all want to achieve success on some level. In order to get the results you want, there are 8 laws that must be applied to your exercise program, nutrition, and overall lifestyle. By applying and adhering to these laws, you drastically increase your opportunity to be successful. These laws are not a recipe for a quick fix to your health and fitness shortcomings, but serve as the universal framework that will guide and empower you to reach levels you never thought imaginable. It’s time to shift your current way of thinking and adopt a mindset that does not accept complacency, mediocrity, conformity, or failure, but one that fosters confidence, success, triumph, and excellence. The 8 Laws of Physical Success will help you do just that. In no particular order here they are.

The 8 Laws to Physical Success are Priority, Motivation, Consistency, Intensity, Progression, Variety, Recovery, and Nutrition. Each law, when applied effectively, will enhance not only your overall health but will carry over into all aspects of your life.

Priority – The first step to being successful at something is to make it a priority in your life. One cannot achieve optimal health and fitness if it is something they do casually or without a true desire to get better. One must make a decision that they are committed to improving themselves and are willing to make the necessary sacrifices in order to make it happen. Greatness is never achieved without the deliberate intent to change.

Motivation – There are many things that prompt us to take action, some extrinsic, some intrinsic. Intrinsic motivation, or motivation that comes from within, is far more powerful and sustainable than extrinsic motivation. Setting goals for yourself and the thought of achieving them can bring about excitement and desire that is unmatched by any prize or gift. Intrinsic motivation will allow one to persevere, overcome and sustain a desired lifestyle.

Consistency – I think Aristotle said it best with “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence is not an act, it is a habit.” To achieve a high level of proficiency in any task, one must continually refine their skills and abilities. Leading a healthy lifestyle is no different, as this requires a conscious effort to manage one’s life to allow for regular exercise, healthy eating and adequate recovery.

Intensity – It is simply not enough to exercise on a daily basis. One must exercise at an intensity beyond their “comfort zone” in order to elicit an adaptation. Simply put, you have to exercise harder in order to improve your fitness level. For many, this is a key principle that is often overlooked in their exercise program.

In part 2, we'll discuss the last 4 laws as well as effective methods for applying each law into your daily life.

See you soon,

Isaac Payne

Pure Payne Strength and Conditioning Inc.