I didn’t feel like working out

You know those days when you finally leave work… and the LAST thing you want to do is hit the gym, cook dinner, and tackle your never-ending to-do list?

Have you ever thought about what happens when you say the heck with it… and DON’T do those things? In the moment it feels like a relief. But later? It can feel like a real letdown.

Because choosing NOT to slack off — to do the thing anyway, especially after a tough day — is where real growth happens.

Every time you choose to push through, you’re not just working toward your goals… You’re also building mental resilience and self-efficacy (your belief in yourself to follow through).

And that’s not even talking about how your workout can actually boost your mood and energy levels because of the feel-good hormones released during exercise.

These small victories — the moments when you choose what’s good for you over what’s easy — add up to big changes. So, next time you feel like ditching your routine in favor of the couch, remember this:

👉 Your growth is directly proportional to the challenges you chase.

You’ve got this!

Rob Quimby, CPT

Owner, Fitness Lifestyle LLC

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Rob is the owner and founder of Fitness Lifestyle Personal Training. He has been training for over thirty-three years; seventeen of those years as a personal trainer helping others reach their goals.

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