The Biggest Progress Killer (and How to Overcome It) – 12/26/24

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The biggest progress killer?

It lives right between your ears.

If achieving your dream body feels like an uphill battle, it’s likely because you’re too close to it.

As coaches, we often joke that it would be amazing if clients could only see the results after 90 days without constantly analyzing their progress.

Because being emotionally attached to the outcome often sabotages us.

This doesn’t just apply to fitness.

There’s a famous study by Fidelity Investments that showed their best-performing investors were either deceased or inactive.

Why? They stayed consistent without meddling.

The lesson? Emotional attachment to an outcome—whether it’s weight loss or investing—leads to irrational decisions.

But we know this is emotional work. Your health is deeply tied to how you feel every day.

So how do you break free?

Here’s how:

Awareness – Acknowledge patterns that aren’t serving you.

Decide to Change – Commit to taking action, not just talking about it.

Break the Pattern – Interrupt old habits with intentional, alternative actions.

Be Willing to Fail – Progress isn’t linear.

Stay Consistent – Work at it until your new habits become second nature.

Simple? Sure. Easy? Not so much.

It’s tough to stay objective about your own journey when you’re emotionally invested in the outcome.

That’s why so many people struggle for years before they finally seek help—investing more time, energy, and resources trying to figure it out on their own than they would spend by working with someone to guide them.

Even I need objective guidance.

It’s human nature to think, “I can figure this out on my own.” But the truth? An objective perspective saves time, reduces stress, and delivers results faster.

So, let me ask you:

Would understanding your habits and aligning them with your goal help you stay consistent?

Would a strategy to prime your metabolism make your journey more efficient?

Would building a sustainable and lasting result while enjoying the process give you freedom and confidence?

If the answer is yes, then it’s time to stop overthinking and take action.

My 1:1 coaching program guarantees success IF you commit.

If you’re ready, CLICK HERE and let’s schedule a quick chat to make sure it’s a good fit for both sides.

Your progress is waiting.

❤️ Coach Emma

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