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The Truth About Motivation (And What Actually Works Instead)
Episode 2227th March 2025 • Fitness, Health, Happiness • Graham Carless
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Motivation is a lie. If you’re waiting to feel motivated before you train, eat well, or build better habits—you’ll be waiting forever. The people who succeed in fitness (and in life) aren’t the ones with endless motivation; they’re the ones with the best systems and habits. In this episode, I share how I trained for ultra-marathons using CrossFit Endurance—without relying on motivation. Then, we’ll break down 7 simple strategies to build habits that stick, so you can be consistent no matter what.  

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why motivation is overrated (and what actually works instead)  

✅ How I trained for an ultra-marathon using CrossFit Endurance, without running endless miles  

✅ The 7-step framework to make fitness habits automatic  

✅ How to stay consistent—even on days you don’t feel like it  

7 Strategies to Make Fitness Habits Stick:

1️⃣ Make it easy to start. Small wins lead to big results  

2️⃣ Attach new habits to existing ones. Use habit stacking  

3️⃣ Set up your environment for success. Make good habits effortless  

4️⃣ Find accountability. A coach, a gym partner, or a supportive community  

5️⃣ Track progress (but focus on the process). Small steps matter  

6️⃣ Do it even when you don’t feel like it. Successful people take action anyway  

7️⃣ Never miss twice. Get back on track immediately  

Your Challenge:

Pick onw small habit this week—something easy to start—and commit to doing itevery day

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