Justin Kompf Ph.D.

About

Justin Kompf, Ph.D., holds a Ph.D. in exercise and health sciences from UMass Boston and works as the fitness director for Sequence, a holistic weight loss company. He is interested in interventions to promote physical activity.

Recent Posts

The Process of Putting Yourself First

Overcome the struggle of putting yourself first. Discover how ingrained emotions and identities might be holding you back from behavior change.

4 Lessons for Approaching Conversations About Weight Loss

Weight often stands as a silent metric of worth, shaping judgments and influencing perceptions. But how much do we truly understand the stories scales don't tell?

The Art of Committing to Exercise: Making Fitness Stick

Ever started a fitness journey only to find yourself back at square one? Dive into transformation tales, and discover the three pivotal strategies to break the cycle.

The Art of Navigating Uncertainty on the Path of Purpose

A Personal Perspective: From part-time wages to Ph.D. and dream job, how I turned setbacks into stepping stones.

Making Exercise Stick: Insights from Those Who’ve Succeeded

Five things you need to do for success.

How to Overcome Gym Intimidation for Lasting Fitness Success

Feeling intimidated by going to the gym can stop you from building a sustainable exercise routine. Asking yourself one question can help you overcome your fear.

The 1 Mistake When Forming an Exercise Routine

An exercise routine does not care about intensity. Forming a routine requires action. Remember this to avoid falling into the cycle of starting and stopping.

The Added Health Benefits of Walking in Nature

Feeling stressed? A walk in nature might be more helpful than a walk in the city.

Posting Workouts on Social Media Can Help You Stick to Them

Is sticking to an exercise routine challenging to you? A few posts on social media might just make it easier.

Skin in the Game: 5 Ways to Be More Physically Active

How can we all get on board to be more physically active? It's going to take the efforts of physicians, researchers, employers, and most importantly, you.