Episode 304: Avoiding the start-stop cycle: maintaining motivation in your training

by | Jul 27, 2024 | Podcast | 0 comments

Today, I’m recordin’ from my car, fresh off a gym sesh. In this EP, I discuss how to stay engaged in your training and avoid the start-stop cycle. I talk about the balance between structure and novelty and how we need both to maintain our motivation. I provide strategies to help keep you engaged in your training.

Key Takeaways:

  • Setting clear, inspiring goals that keep you focused and driven.
  • How to listen to your body and adapt your training to fit your energy levels.
  • Combining structure and flexibility to make training sustainable.
  • The role of fun and novelty in keeping your workouts exciting.
  • Strategies for maintaining motivation and avoiding the start-stop cycle.
  • Embracing changes in your training goals and methods over time.
  • Understanding how mental engagement enhances physical performance.
  • Tips for preventing overtraining and maintaining long-term enthusiasm.
  • The benefits of having a supportive training environment.
  • Recognising and celebrating small wins to stay motivated.

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Time Stamp:

  • 00:00 Welcome Back to the Warrior School Podcast
  • 00:22 Gym Session Reflections
  • 02:35 Training Goals and Challenges
  • 05:12 Building a Training Foundation
  • 09:31 Engagement in Training
  • 19:03 Staying Motivated and Energised
  • 26:25 Learning New Skills and Progress
  • 35:16 Long-Term Commitment to Training
  • 39:24 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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