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You start on a fitness routine with tons of enthusiasm and specific fitness goals, so why do you fall off the wagon? Here are 7 reasons why you may lose motivation (plus ways to fix it!)<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s face it, nobody enters into a new fitness routine expecting to fail. We all start off excited, enthusiastic, and ready to succeed! So what can go wrong?<\/p>\n
Sometimes we fall off the wagon and can\u2019t get back on. Other times, we have the dream but don\u2019t know how to get started. Whatever the reason, it\u2019s always frustrating to set a goal then not achieve it.<\/p>\n
We haven\u2019t got the stats on fitness failures, but it\u2019s common knowledge that around 80% of New Year\u2019s Resolutions fizzle out before February. And when you consider that fitness and weight loss<\/a> are always in the top 5 New Years Resolutions, it\u2019s easy to see how many fitness goals go unmet.<\/p>\n Do you recognise yourself in this list? For each problem, we\u2019ve given a solution so you can plan, prepare, and set yourself up for success next time you have a new fitness goal<\/a>!<\/p>\n No two fitness goals are the same. It\u2019s important that you understand exactly what is involved in achieving your specific goal so you can manage your expectations. If the goal you set yourself isn\u2019t realistic, you will soon run out of steam and give up, feeling like a failure when it really wasn\u2019t your fault!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/AMENDED-Blog-Post-One.png” alt=”Hussle Gym” title_text=”One Network” url=”http:\/\/hussle.com” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-199px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-31px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Before you set a goal, be honest about the time, energy, and resources you\u2019ve got. How many times a week can you train? Do you have access to the right equipment, finances, and environment? If it\u2019s a short term goal, are you able to focus and work hard for a few weeks? And if it\u2019s a long term goal, can you stay consistent for long enough?<\/p>\n The psychology of quick wins is really interesting for fitness goals. If we break up our big goals into smaller mini goals, we will get more opportunities to reward ourselves along the way, and this is great for motivation.<\/p>\n Make sure your total fitness goal has lots of mini goals along the way. These could be weight lost, sessions done in a week, distance run or anything else you can measure. Then be sure to acknowledge and congratulate yourself. It\u2019s about the journey, not the destination!<\/p>\n Why do you want to achieve this fitness goal? If it\u2019s something you saw on socials, or you\u2019re following a friend, you\u2019re less likely to stay the course. Why? Because it\u2019s not meaningful to you. There\u2019s no point aiming to run a marathon if you don\u2019t like running.<\/p>\n Make sure you will actually enjoy working towards this goal. This means finding a sport or exercise<\/a> you get excited by. And choose a goal that has a big \u201cwhy\u201d behind it. That way, when the going gets tough and you need a spark of motivation, you can think back to your why and remember why it means so much to you.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-16px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.hussle.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Fitness-goals-1.jpg” title_text=”What Stops People From Achieving Their Fitness Goals?” _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”1178px” custom_margin=”-9px|auto||auto||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”1103px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Achieving a goal doesn\u2019t just happen! You need to plan for it, and that means figuring out how all the steps of your fitness<\/a> goal will fit into your life. Time can be a very real obstacle in our busy lives, but you can still achieve your fitness goal with some smart planning.<\/p>\n Sit down with your diary or calendar and look at anything that might stand in the way of your goal (nights out, holidays, celebrations, work trips). Then put in key tasks like training sessions, gym visits, Personal Training, healthy food shops, meal prep.\u00a0<\/p>\n Your initial enthusiasm can only carry you so far. At some point you will need the support of other people, whether that\u2019s a coach, Personal Trainer<\/a>, expert, or online resources. Don\u2019t try to go it alone \u2013 we all much stronger together!<\/p>\n Surround yourself by people who are further ahead in your journey or have already achieved your goal. Educate yourself, use their support, and spend time in a motivating environment. In addition, read up on some of the most common gym equipment<\/a> in advance to avoid any confusion when you hit the gym.<\/p>\n If you set out aiming to work out 5 days a week or eating a perfectly clean diet<\/a>, you might feel like a failure when real life gets in the way.<\/p>\n Make sure your goal and the daily tasks you need to do are realistic. And don\u2019t beat yourself up if you can\u2019t stick to the plan every week. Fitness and health is a long-term thing<\/a>, a few bumps in the road don\u2019t matter.<\/p>\n The minute you start comparing your progress to someone else, you\u2019ll let doubt and negativity creep in. And they\u2019re the complete opposite of motivation! A strong, positive mindset is key to achieving any fitness goal.<\/p>\n Go back to your big \u201cwhy\u201d to stay focused on your own journey. Don\u2019t look at other people\u2019s journeys on social media if it makes you feel bad. Celebrate your small wins and remember that every step forward is progress.<\/p>\n7 reasons people don\u2019t achieve fitness goals<\/strong><\/h2>\n
1. The goal is unrealistic<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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2. There are no quick wins<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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3. The goal isn\u2019t personal<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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4. Lack of proper planning<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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5. Inadequate information and support<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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6. Too much, too soon<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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7. Too much comparison<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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