Is motivation is a lie? The TRUTH about motivation
Molly McNamee ?
Online Fitness Coach | Founder & CEO of MFit Workouts | Published Author | Joint Pain Relief Specialist ?? I use exercise to heal chronic stress in the body & mind
One of the top excuses I hear for not working out is:
"I'm just not motivated"
(Followed closely by "I don't have time")
We are all on a quest to "find our motivation" or "stay motivated," but let's dig a little deeper: Is motivation truly the catalyst for success in our fitness journey, or is there more to the story?
No one is motivated 100% of the time
It's crucial to recognize that even the most dedicated fitness enthusiasts experience fluctuations in motivation. We all have days where getting up from the couch feels like too much effort.
Acknowledging that these moments are normal and inevitable can alleviate the pressure to always feel motivated.
So, don't strive to be motivated all the time, because it won't happen. Instead, strive to be determined, consistent and do it anyway even when you don't necessarily feel like it.
You have to start moving to feel motivated
The thing about motivation is that it doesn't just appear out of nowhere.
It's easy to fall into the trap of waiting for motivation to strike before taking the first step towards our goals. However, the reality is that motivation is often a byproduct of action. By simply starting to move, whether it's initiating a workout, going outside for a walk, or just fixing your posture, we create momentum that can fuel our motivation. Action begets motivation, not the other way around.
If you are waiting to feel motivated to start, you will be waiting a LONG time.
? So, what does this mean for your fitness journey?
It means that instead of passively waiting for motivation to magically appear, you must take active steps to create it. And once you've created it, you can't depend on it.
My advice, if you're struggling to start because you aren't motivated, is to find something that you don't need a lot of motivation to do.
I understand if you can't will yourself to workout for an hour. But could you do 10-minutes? Yes? Then start there!
Start small to get the ball rolling. And then build from there!
?? Let's keep the conversation going... have you ever used motivation as excuse to not do something? Or do you tend to blame your busy schedule instead?
?? Let me know in the comments!
And if you need help with those first couple steps on your fitness journey, I am here for you! Book a call with me and we will create a strategy that you don't need a lot of time or motivation for: https://mollymcnamee.com/call-me
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9 个月Wait to feel motivated to do most things and you'll be waiting a long time ????♀?
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9 个月Taking actionable steps is crucial for the fitness journey, rather than just waiting for motivation! As, - Consistent effort beats sporadic motivation - Small, achievable goals lead to lasting progress - Action breeds motivation, not the other way around Initiating small steps consistently is the key to building lasting motivation and especially if your on fitness journey! Lovely post! Molly McNamee ?