When you set out to lose weight, put on muscle, finish a marathon, or complete any number of big goals…it requires change.
This may seem obvious to you, but as a coach I often find that the reason people fail to accomplish their goals is they aren’t committed to change.
It goes something like this:
“I want to lose weight, but…
I don’t want to stop drinking every weekend…
I don’t want to go to the gym…
I don’t want to track my calories or try fasting…”
They love the IDEA of losing weight but they aren’t committed to actually CHANGING their habits.
Why?
Because commitment is scary.
Whether it’s a new relationship, a new position at work, or tracking calories to lose weight. Going all in leaves you vulnerable to being hurt, frustrated, & feeling like a failure.
So…
How do we rise above this fear & fully commit?
By signing up for something that scares you even more.
Yep…fighting fear with fear.
I’ve been coaching long enough to know that some people can get away with small lifestyle changes from the start & see great progress.
Others…need a HUGE jolt in their routine. They need something so extreme that their fear of failure is what keeps them committed.
So what does this “extreme” look like? It varies from person to person.
Some might see hiring a coach as a huge change. The financial commitment that comes along with a coach can cause fear to be present. The last thing you want to do is waste a bunch of money, so you stick with the program & get results.
Another option is signing up for a BIG competition. Could be a marathon, triathlon, Spartan race, etc. Instead of a financial commitment, there is the pride/ego commitment. On competition day, your hard work will be tested. If you stuck to the plan all prep you’ll be rewarded with a great finish. But if you didn’t you’ll be exposed. This fear of failure is a great motivator to stay committed to your training plan and diet.
If you find yourself constantly starting and falling off your fitness routine/diet. It’s likely a commitment issue.
I’d highly recommend you try shaking it up. Forcing yourself into the discomfort and watching what comes along with it.
Go big or go home
-Mike