Ep. 42 Fitness Myth Buster: Why "All or Nothing" Might Be Holding You Back
Release Date: 08/11/2025
Burpees For Breakfast
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Haven’t worked out in a while? In this quick episode, I remind you that your body is resilient! Press play for a quick confidence boost. Share this episode with a friend! Check out another quick episode to get you locked in for the week!!
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Struggling with consistency on your fitness journey? In this quick Fitness Myth Busters episode, were unpacking the saying "All or Nothing" and why it may be holding you back from showing up. While giving your all in a workout is great, the pressure to show up perfectly every time often stops us from showing up at all. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this episode will help you redefine what showing up really means. This week, I invite you to dive deeper—listen to this episode again, jot down your thoughts, and reflect on what “showing up” truly means for you. Let...
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Off your fitness game? This quick message of the day episode is your reminder that life's interferences and distractions are normal but they dont define you. Recnect with your purpouse, remember why you woke up today, and keep showing up for yourself!
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info_outlineStruggling with consistency on your fitness journey? In this quick Fitness Myth Busters episode, were unpacking the saying "All or Nothing" and why it may be holding you back from showing up.
While giving your all in a workout is great, the pressure to show up perfectly every time often stops us from showing up at all.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this episode will help you redefine what showing up really means.
This week, I invite you to dive deeper—listen to this episode again, jot down your thoughts, and reflect on what “showing up” truly means for you. Let this be your chance to define your fitness journey on your own terms.
If this episode hit home, go check out Episode 35—“Excuses or Limits.” It’s all about spotting what’s really holding you back from working out and how to push past those mental blocks.
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