Be better than zero: embracing action

At bebetterthanzero, I believe in the power of taking action, no matter how small. Discover how you can transform your upcoming new, complete health journey and transformation with bebetterthanzero.com.

The power above zero: why any action counts

What does it truly mean to "be better than zero"? It's simple yet profound: taking any action, no matter how insignificant it may seem, is always better than taking no action at all. This foundational belief drives everything I do at bebetterthanzero.com, showing you that every small step and action contributes to monumental, consistent and lasting progress.


“I help busy people over 35 to regain lost energy and build better strength without living in the gym.”

You want this for yourself but your fixable problems are....

  • You know what to do, but you are not staying consistent.

  • You keep starting over every Monday.

  • You are tired of guessing what to eat.

  • You do good during the week, then fall apart on the weekend.

  • You want results, but you do not want fitness taking over your life.


“That’s why I created THE D4 FRAMEWORK, a coaching program designed to help busy and overwhelmed people like yourself, to go from lost energy and desire, to taking betterthanzero action do something about it. You will restore your energy and gain new physical and mental strength!!

My practical transformation model D4 Framework will turn adversity into advantage through four phases:

Desire – Rediscover the desire to change what’s really happening beneath the surface of your thoughts and inaction.

Design– Build the tools, habits, and systems needed for physical and mental stability.

DO –Take action to create and maintain consistency with new decisive actions that will form new positive habits.

Demonstrate –Demonstrate to yourself and others that your new strength and resilience shows your growth and confidence instead of burnout.

  • This D4 Framework forms the foundation of every coaching engagement.


D4 TRANSFORMATION PLAN'S 4 ACTION STEPS THAT I WILL GIVE YOU


Step 1: Personalized Game Plan


Step 2: Training and Nutrition Setup


Step 3: Weekly Accountability with progress tracking


Step 4: Long-Term Momentum


When you apply the D4 Framework and you will experience:

  • greater clarity under pressure to prioritize your physical and mental health first

  • stronger decision-making--making better food and habit choices

  • healthier boundaries--letting others know that you are finally making your overall health your priority, even if it means temporarily less social functions

  • renewed confidence

  • stronger desire to take action

  • less burnout and overwhelm

Most importantly: they stop reacting to adversity and start using it as an advantage.

Start with a Conversation

Every coaching engagement begins with a short conversation to explore whether coaching is the right fit.

We’ll talk about:

  • what you’re navigating

  • where you want to go

  • whether the D4 Framework can help

Success stories

Don't just take my word for it. Read what my clients have to say about their experiences with bebetterthanzero.com. My testimonials showcase the real-world impact of my coaching services.


Award winning personal trainer and health and fitness speaker.

For immediate release:

Dushawn Hadinger Receives 2014 Best of Columbus Award.

Columbus Award Program Honors the Achievement​

COLUMBUS July 3, 2014 --

Dushawn Hadinger Coaching and Personal Training has been selected for the 2014 Best of Columbus Award in the Personal Trainers and speaker's category by the Columbus Award Program. 

Each year, the Columbus Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional success in their local community and business category.

These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community.

These exceptional companies help make the Columbus area a great place to live, work and play. Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category.​ 

The 2014 Columbus Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. 

Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Columbus Award Program and data provided by over 400 third party testimonials.

MY D4 TRANSFORMATION WORKSHOP TESTIMONIALS

Dushawn Hadinger at bebetterthanzero.com helped me transform my communication style and become a more confident teacher, and more effective personal trainer to my health and fitness clients. I highly recommend his services!"

Sarah Johnson

"The team-bebetterthanzero workshop was a gamechanger for our company. We're now communicating more effectively and understanding the many stressful challenges that are employees face.

Michael Davis

"I was struggling with my confidence, but after a few D4 coaching sessions, I feel much more confident and prepared to handle whatever challenges I am facing. Thank you, bebetterthanzero.com!"

Emily Wilson