Better Late Than Never (#26)

“One year from now you’re gonna wish you started a year ago.” -anonymous

 

 

This quote is something that I keep in the back of my mind whenever I feel like “the ship has already sailed”. The reason it’s difficult to begin a task after taking time off is often because we start considering where we could or should be. The alternative to this, of course, is to focus on where we’re currently at.

 

In workout consistency, I discussed how it took me a long time to finally begin playing the guitar consistently. Initially, I had every intention of playing my guitar every day and getting really good at it. However, the “busyness of life” took over and before I knew it five years had passed without me knowing how to play much of anything at all! At that point I could have thrown in the towel, chalked it up as “wasn’t meant to be”, and just sold my guitar. But instead I recognized that in five more years from now I’ll have yet another opportunity to gain back that same five years of experience.

 

The key takeaway here is to… [*wait for it*] – GET STARTED NOW!

 

 

Each journey begins with a “TODAY”.

 

What are some improvement areas in your health and fitness that are “better late than never”? A 5k run? A meal prep plan? A lean body? Perhaps taking the first step means starting a new gym membership.

 

One of the things that keeps us feeling youthful and vigorous is keeping an optimistic outlook towards the future. In life, when we tell ourselves that it’s “better late than never” we give ourselves another opportunity to make things right. We know that we prioritize the things most important to us, so why not take advantage of time management strategies like Mini-Habits to get started? 🙂

 

Those of you who truly want this will have no problem getting started TODAY!

 

Trust me, your future-self will thank you 😉

 

Key Takeaways:

  • Focus on where you’re currently at (today), rather than where you “should or would” be
  • Starting “late” rather than never
  • We will always be able to make time for things that are important to us
  • A year from now you’ll be grateful you started a year ago
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“The Beautiful Growth Mindset (Facing Challenges)” (#10)

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A children’s study showed that kids who were praised solely for their intelligence couldn’t handle adversity as well as those who were praised for their effort. 

 

When ability becomes one’s lone focus it leads to a fixed mindset. Effort, however, develops the growth mindset.

 

So which mindset are you aiming for?

Natural ability (without effort) has a capped ceiling.

 

As you see, our mindset plays a significant role in how we perceive challenges. The fixed mindset basically says “it is what it is”, while the growth mindset says, “I have an opportunity to challenge myself and grow”.

 

Let’s take a closer look at the two mindsets.

The Fixed Mindset says:

  • “I either can or can’t, period”
  • “Either you got it or you don’t”
  • “If I fail, I’m a failure”
  • “I’d rather stick to what I’m good at”
  • “That’s just the way it is”
  • “I give up when I’m frustrated”
  • “Everything is based on my abilities”
  • “I’m satisfied”
  • *Me-focused

 

The Growth Mindset says:

  • “Hard work and effort can help me get to where I want to go”
  • “Practice and effort is the key to becoming skillful”
  • “Failure is something that I do, not who I am, and is a vital part of the learning process”
  • “I’d rather try new skills”
  • “What else can I improve at?”
  • “I persevere when I’m frustrated”
  • “Everything is based on my attitude and effort”
  • “Whats’s next?”
  • *Mission-focused

 

 

 

Here at Daily Fit Boost we focus on the process rather than the outcome and we NEVER stop growing! And the good news is that it’s never too late to switch from a fixed to a growth mindset once you realize it’s possible.

 

 

The effort required is based on each individual goal – and whether you think you can do it!

 

So let’s GROW!

 

As you work towards your fitness goals you’ll eventually get to a place where you develop effort-less habits.

 

Key Takeaways:

  • It’s better to be praised for your effort than your ability
  • Our mindset plays a significant role in how we perceive challenges
  • It’s never too late to shift to a growth mindset

* (Study Source: Dr. Carol Dweck, a professor of psychology at Stanford University and author of the book Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, studies mindset in children.)

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“Why Not Me?” (Effort) (#9)

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“Wow, that person seems like such a natural, I’d never be able to achieve that!”

 

If the above quote sounds familiar to you, no worries. In fact, the person writing this article has also feel victim to these thoughts on numerous occasion. While it’s easy to get visual overwhelmed at the sight of someone’s progress, we often slip into the trap of disregarding the hard work these people put in on a consistent basis. Today I’d like to challenge your thinking from “how did they?” to “why not me?”

 

Remember: The people who are in incredible shape weren’t born that way. 

 

I’m a firm believer that we shouldn’t compare ourselves to others, but rather focus our attention on becoming the strongest version of ourselves. Asking ourselves “why not me?” immediately shifts the focus to our personal potential.

 

It’s impossible to live up to someone else’s standards, so why not have fun and live up to your own?

 

For instance, instead of :

 

“How in the world will I ever be able to lose 10 lbs as quickly as Laura did!?”

 

How about:

 

“What’s stopping me from putting forth my own best effort like Laura and seeing what happens?”

 

One common denominator of success that I’ve noticed is that success begins with something each of us can control – our effort. Focusing on your best effort, rather than the result, enables you to realize you have less control over the results as you think.

 

Thankfully, having this type of process-mindset keeps you from comparing yourself with others and redirects your attention back to your progress.

 

So, if the first step towards your health and fitness goal is something that you can control (your effort), then why not you?

 

Key Takeaways:

  • Challenge your mindset by simply asking, “Why not me?”
  • Our attention should be on becoming the best version of ourselves
  • Achieving our fitness goals begin with something you can control – your personal effort.
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Why We Struggle with Workout Consistency (#4)

If you’re like me, you’ve struggle with consistency in one area or another. (And if you’re really like me, you’ve struggled to keep consistent with playing the guitar!) Arrghhhh! 😒)

 

I’ve started and stopped the guitar dozens of times!

 

When I first practiced the guitar I noticed a trend: I’d practice guitar for an hour or so – and then not touch it again for several months! This cycle continued for years until I finally realized that my skill level was a reflection of my consistency (or lack there of).

 

Developing consistency is something that’s vital for our all-around personal development.  When it comes to exercise consistency, my personal belief has always been quantity over quality. Through my years as a personal trainer, I’ve witnessed far more with the guy who exercises to 4-5 times a week for 15-minutes, than the guy who does intense 1-hour workouts whenever he “has time”.

 

There’s nothing like the feeling of stacking up consecutive victories!

 

In my experience I’ve found that success comes from taking small, consistent steps. The awesome part is that taking small, consistent steps can be applied to practically anything:

 

  • Instead of trying to exercise 5 times a week for 1 hour, trying starting out with 3 times a week for 20 minutes.
  • Maybe commit to reading one chapter a day instead of trying to finish an entire book in one sitting.
  • Rather than setting out to meditate for 20 minutes each day, try three minutes instead

 

Consistency leads to habits, while habits lead to long-term success. They say it takes 21 days to build a new habit, so determine to develop that 3-week foundation and you’ll be exercising regularly in no time!

 

Key Takeaways:

  • Your consistency is paramount to your success
  • For developing consistency, quantity of effort means more than quality
  • Trying to do “too much, too soon” can hinder your progress (start off small!)
  • Consistency will lead to your long-term success
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Friday’s “People Like You” Podcast: Gannon Brown (Episode #31)

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This Episode is especially for you if you:

  • have bad habits,
  • struggle with consistency,
  • have a constant busy schedule,
  • are tired of making excuses

 

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A SPECIAL THANKS: To Gannon for coming on and sharing about how he sustains a healthy environment!

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Fitness Opinion

Fitness Opinion discusses my opinion on if working out in shorts at the gym is necessary for a good workout. Turns out that I tend to have a bit of a contrarian unpopular fitness opinion on this one. Leave a comment below on whether or not you agree or disagree on this fitness opinion!

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Healthy Habits For Weight Loss

Healthy Habits For Weight Loss starts with one small mini habit at a time. Today’s video covers the importance of taking healthy habits towards your fitness goals, particularly with healthy habits for weight loss. Reach your fitness goals by building upon mini healthy habits!

 

Read more about Mini Habits here!: https://dailyfitboost.com/mini-habits/

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(Part.2) Friday’s “People Like You” Podcast: Kailey Lockwood (Ep. #8)

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This Episode is especially for you if you:

  • have a busy “work-life” schedule but want to stay fit,
  • are a mom,
  • are interested in learning about different benefits of fruits and veggies,
  • want to know more about the physical benefits of “juicing” and fasting

 

 

 

(Audio Only Time Stamp):

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A SPECIAL THANKS: To Kailey for coming on and sharing how she balances her fitness regimen with being a mom and having a busy work schedule!

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(Part.1) Friday’s “People Like You” Podcast: Kailey Lockwood (Ep. #8)

Or Listen/Download:

 

 

 

This Episode is especially for you if you:

  • have a busy “work-life” schedule but want to stay fit,
  • are a mom,
  • are interested in learning about different benefits of fruits and veggies,
  • want to know more about the physical benefits of “juicing” and fasting

 

 

 

(Audio Only Time Stamp):

Kailey_Time_Stamp.jpg

A SPECIAL THANKS: To Kailey for coming on and sharing how she balances her fitness regimen with being a mom and having a busy work schedule!

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