You’ve seen these words in print or heard them in commercials, often in prescriptions for a medication that will improve your cholesterol, hair loss, and bedroom performance.
There are certain people who stand out in a gym due to the results they created, and other who stayed the same.
Why is this?
Why do some people achieve great results and others get stuck?
Is it genetics? Are they taking a special supplement? Do they have a more supportive environment?
We all know someone who has gone through an amazing transformation with their body without knowing the whole story.
We assume we’ll be able to achieve the same results if we copy what worked for them.
Here’s the truth: most of us are capable of achieving meaningful, lasting, and positive change on our own.
What we need is a firm commitment to our goal. We need to get uncomfortable doing what it takes to make progress and create momentum. We need to take consistent action.
Saying “no” to invitations or opportunities that will derail progress is a hard skill, especially when you’re a busy parent.
You’re juggling work, family and still trying to make time for yourself.
But let’s be honest, you’re not doing what it takes to get to where you want to go.
You’re trying to survive on poor sleep habits, often because you’re on our phone scrolling too much instead of unwinding.
You’re grazing or snacking all day not realizing how much those extra calories add up.
You’re relying on a beer or a glass of wine to take the edge off, then finish the night with dessert. You probably didn’t get adequate hydration for the day either.
Your exercise routine is inconsistent and your effort isn’t meeting the intensity needed to make the changes you want. You’re going through the motions with the belief that just showing up is enough.
All of this is going on and we wonder, “Why am I not making progress?”
Now all of the scenarios above aren’t necessarily bad. They just can’t be the normal way of life every day if you aspire to reach your goals.
Figure out which one habit or action is the easiest for you to change that will have an impact toward your goal.
Put your phone down an hour before bed to get better sleep.
Swap your alcoholic drink for a seltzer a few nights a week.
Go to the gym two to three times a week and actually train hard – push yourself. Do more than just show up.
Drink more water.
Walk a little more.
Pick one thing and commit to it.
No one is asking you to be perfect. What you’re asking of yourself is to be consistent.
Extraordinary results aren’t out of reach, they’re just waiting for you to take control.