Focus on the Controllable(s) for Success
There are things we can control and things we can't control.
Instead of making a HUGE list of the things you can't control, I'm going to highlight the three things you can control: A.C.E.
A - Attitude
C - Commitment
E - Effort
Let me show you how this relates to working out:
No one likes an attitude, not even you. If you start to talk negatively to yourself about how you're doing (for example), the workout is going to be much more difficult than it needs to be. Your mental state will impact your workout. Let it go. Let it be. Be present and have a good attitude.
The only way things get done, is with commitment. If this workout is important to you. If it's important to your goals and to who you want to be as a person, only you can make yourself show up. You can't control the obstacles that might get in the way (aka a work call getting scheduled during your workout time) but you can control your commitment to finding another time that works (for example).
The amount of effort you put into your workout, is only controlled by YOU. It's okay if some days you feel like you can't put in as much effort as others. You can't always control your energy level that day (for example), but you can decide you'll give as much effort as you can in that moment. Every effort, is enough.
So, before your next workout...
Decide you'll have good attitude and not berate yourself.
Commit to showing up for yourself.
Put in any effort that you have.
If you’re looking to feel more confident in your body, learn how to let go of dieting for good to enjoy food without guilt, and turn exercise into something you love to do rather than something you “have” to do, submit a client application to get in contact with me! I work with clients virtually all over the world helping those who are frustrated with dieting and want to change their relationship with food, exercise and themselves.
Hi, I’m Azul Corajoria, an Integrative Health Coach, Personal Trainer & Yoga Instructor. I support my clients in making step-by-step changes so that they can live a healthy and balanced life. By recognizing the interdependent roles of mindset, nutrition, and movement I educate and hold my clients accountable for achieving their health goals through lifestyle and behavior adjustments with an emphasis on self-care. Together, we navigate the contradictory world of nutrition through intuitive eating, practice mindful movement, and implement small mindset and lifestyle shifts that empower them to be their best selves in the easiest way possible.
