Be ok with workouts that suck.
There are very valid reasons to do the bare minimum.
The list of reasons why you might want to go easy is long.
Here's just a few:
Not great sleep, haven’t worked out in a while, still sore from your last workout, too stressed to focus- even just a low energy day.
Not the best conditions for sure. And if you’re feeling off, you’re putting yourself at risk or injury if you push too hard.
On those days- just commit to the warm up, or 10 minutes, or one set. You may feel like doing more, you may not, but by doing something, you’re shifting both your mind and body to a consistent routine.
Which will always be more important than crushing your workout.
All the benefits of strength training come with doing it consistently, over a long period of time.
So challenge yourself when those days (or weeks or months) call for it, and then cut back when you need it.
Author
Gretchen
Coach
Growing up I was a half-hearted athlete who struggled with my relationship with both food and exercise. I smoked for over a decade and spent much of my youth either binging or not eating at all. But after breaking my leg in a car accident, months of physical rehab and years of psychological counseling lead me to a renewed appreciation for my health and my ability to just move-something I'll never take for granted again. I overcame a lot and have spent much of my life sharing what I've learned. I became a NASM personal trainer over 16 years ago. The type of clients I've trained and my own personal interests lead me to attain many other certifications. These include Sports Specific and Orthopedic exercise specializations, Pre and Post Natal exercise, MMA conditioning, and ACE Mind Body Specializations. I've taken 2 TRX qualifying courses in general and functional fitness. I am Kettlebell certified through both NETA and Kettlebell Kings, also completing an independent study facilitated by Steve Cotter, founder of the International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation. I am also a certified Animal Flow Instructor. In the fall of 2021, I became a Certified Intuitive Eating Facilitator, as IE was integral to my own ability to divest from diet culture. I think this was the missing piece to be able to put together a holistic, meaningful training program for all my clients.
