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Unmotivated to Workout? Here's Your Solution!

Author
Kate Gladdin
Published
Thu 22 Aug 2024
Episode Link
https://okaynowwhat.libsyn.com/unmotivated-to-workout-heres-your-solution

Are you promising yourself "yes! I WILL go to the gym tomorrow!" - only to not end up working out at all? It's easy to tell yourself it's because you're not "motivated enough" to do it. But I call BS on that! Instead tune in to hear what I think the real problem is and then learn the solution to consistently working out, even when you're super unmotivated to do so.

Timestamps (by podsqueeze)

Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00) Kate Gladden welcomes listeners and introduces the theme of the episode.

Kate's Fitness Journey (00:01:00) Kate shares her personal experiences with fitness, emphasizing mindset over aesthetics.

The Myth of Motivation (00:03:11) Kate challenges the belief that motivation is necessary for starting and maintaining a workout routine.

Understanding Human Instincts (00:05:15) Discussion on how our brains are wired for survival, impacting motivation for effortful tasks.

Self-Discipline vs. Motivation (00:09:07) Kate emphasizes the importance of self-discipline over relying on fleeting motivation.

The Role of Prefrontal Cortex (00:10:54) Explains how adults can override instinctual behaviors with conscious choices.

Commitment for Long-Term Success (00:12:51) Encouragement to commit to actions for future feelings rather than immediate comfort.

Building Mental Discipline (00:14:43) Kate discusses how workouts contribute to mental strength and discipline.

Flipping the Script on Excuses (00:16:38) Strategies for reframing excuses to promote commitment to fitness goals.

Building Self-Discipline (00:18:36) Kate emphasizes the importance of self-discipline over motivation for achieving fitness goals.

Commitment to Discomfort (00:19:35) She discusses committing to uncomfortable actions, like early workouts, for long-term benefits.

Overcoming Excuses (00:20:30) Kate encourages listeners to confront their excuses and take action regardless of feelings.

Survival Instinct vs. Living Fully (00:21:36) She explains how survival instincts can hinder living a fulfilling and healthy life.

Future Self's Gratitude (00:22:31) Kate shares the mantra "my future self will thank me" to motivate action over comfort.

Realistic Goal Setting (00:23:24) She advises starting with achievable workout goals and gradually increasing them for success.

Call to Action (00:24:26) Kate promotes her life coaching services to help listeners implement these strategies in their lives.

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