Strength Training Journey and Copilot Experience

This transcript outlines the speaker's personal journey into strength training, driven by health issues that affected their ability to perform cardio exercises they typically enjoyed.

Background

• Preference for Cardio: The speaker has traditionally favored cardio activities like hiking, running, and biking over strength training.
• Health Challenges: They have experienced a decline in back health, leading to difficulties and pain in performing cardio, which has affected their body composition.
• Decision to Start Strength Training: To address these challenges, the speaker decided to start strength training and enlisted the help of a personal trainer/coach.

Copilot Program

• Introduction to Copilot: The speaker mentions the video is sponsored by Copilot, a program for guided strength training with personalized coaching.
• Initial Hesitance: There was initial reluctance due to a natural preference for cardio and previous unsuccessful attempts at strength training.

Onboarding and Coaching

• Onboarding Call: The speaker had an initial call with their coach, Mike, to discuss their fitness background and goals.
• Personalized Approach: Mike crafted a weekly routine tailored to the speaker’s fitness level and available equipment, such as dumbbells.
• Continued Cardio: The speaker was pleased to learn they could continue cardio in a reduced intensity due to their back injury.

Medical Condition Explanation

• Bilateral Pars Fracture: The speaker explains their condition, a fracture in the pars interarticularis, leading to potential spondylolisthesis.
• Impact on Activity: This condition has limited their ability to engage in high-impact activities like running and jumping.
• Symptoms and Challenges: The speaker experiences varied symptoms, affecting their ability to do cardio comfortably.

Strength Training Benefits

• Implementation and Feedback: Using an app connected to an Apple Watch, the speaker receives real-time feedback and adjustments from Mike.
• Program Consistency: Despite environmental challenges, such as heavy snow, the speaker maintains consistency through indoor workouts and stretching routines.
• Mental and Physical Improvements: They've found increased strength, mental sharpness, and a newfound appreciation for strength training.

Copilot's Effectiveness

• Success Rate: Over 75% of Copilot clients continue working out after 100 days, showing a significant success rate.
• Accountability and Support: The program is noted for keeping users accountable in a non-judgmental way and focusing on health control rather than drastic transformations.

Conclusion

• Trial Offer: The speaker encourages viewers to try Copilot for free.
• Personal Growth: They admit to overcoming personal skepticism and finding value in the structured approach to fitness provided by Copilot.

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