Hey there. Do you ever feel like fitness professionals are constantly talking at you? Telling you what you should do, why you should care, and acting like you don’t already have a solid understanding of the basics? It drives me crazy.
Has anyone ever talked at you in a way that actually helped? Probably not. Real learning happens through experience, trial, and error. The same applies to health and fitness.
You already have experience with dieting, different exercise programs, and learning what works (or doesn’t) for you. Over time, you’ll figure out what’s sustainable. And that’s the key: making it sustainable. The real goal should be to build a lifelong approach to fitness that you enjoy and can maintain—not just following a rigid plan because someone else says you should.
The Only "Should" That Matters
If there’s one thing I truly believe we should do, it’s looking at health and fitness as a lifelong pursuit. Not a quick fix. Not a temporary grind to lose a few pounds. It’s about developing a system that becomes part of your routine, one that you actually enjoy.
Once you have that foundation, you can challenge yourself however you want. You can push your limits, try new things, and step outside your comfort zone. But none of that matters until you have a foundation that makes fitness a natural part of your life.
You’ll Figure It Out, But You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
I talk a lot about coaching because, while I know you can figure this out on your own, structured guidance can save you years of frustration. A solid framework can help you put the pieces together faster, giving you clarity on what works for you instead of relying on trial and error.
And that’s the difference. You will figure out what works. But with support, structure, and a customized approach, you’ll get there much faster.
So don’t let anyone tell you what you should be doing. Instead, focus on what works for you—your abilities, your preferences, and what makes you want to keep showing up. That’s how you build something that lasts.
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