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Let's face it: the idea of getting better isn't always what it seems.
The obvious approach is that improvement is measured by growth. And growth is measured by achieving more than before. And “performance” inherently implies a comparison to a previous situation or time.
But what if the idea of growth wasn't there?straightmeasured by how hard you pushed or what progress you were able to quantify?
What if finding joy, calm, or clarity in the moment was a better way to get better? These characteristics require improving self-awareness over productivity. of self-care over competitiveness.
Different times require different measures of success.
When things get difficult, you have to find a way to persevere.
But endurance has no single definition. The only way to get better is not through.
Anyone who says otherwise is either too stubborn to see the error of their own ways, bound to burn out, or too selfish to realize that one person's fuel is another person's fire.
These are difficult times. COVID-19 has devastated us all in different ways, some more than others. But we are all affected and affected.
Nothing is normal and no one knows what to expect. But there's a bigger lesson in this. Normal is always relative to time and situation.
A global pandemic makes us all stop and think. But the ability to pause, adjust expectations, and find joy in stillness will pay off now and in any time of difficulty or challenge.
It's time to play chess
When it comes to your health and fitness, I will always encourage you to do as much as possible to be healthy. That's why I took inspiration from all the fit pros trying to make more workouts available. the way we did it.
Unfortunately, the adaptable mentality has a dark side.Do what you canis not the same as “getting better at all costs.”
I've also seen too much shame about time or people's struggles. Just because we're in lockdown doesn't mean you have to get yourself in the best shape of your life. Or eat healthier than ever before.
This attitude doesn't just apply during lockdown times. When life throws up obstacles, sometimes it's better to play chess than checkers.
Movements become more subtle. You take more time. It may not even look like you're moving forward, but if you do it right, you'll set yourself up to win in the end.
Personal growth can occur in many ways, and it's easy to assume that physical fitness will become easier with more time on your hands. But that is just a fallacy.
More importantly, buying into this mentality can be harmful.
A big part of health is being kind not only to your body, but also to your mind and heart.
This is the reality:
You will miss workouts.
And have shitty sessions.
You will eat more.
You may not even recognize your diet.
Maybe you sleep less because of stress.
Maybe you sleep more because of stress.
Everything will feel different – and that’s okay.
Whatever the situation, part of it is getting through it allnotsetting unrealistic expectations.
I'm about as stress-free as you'll find, but that's changed. Every day is a new challenge, juggling my kids at home, making adjustments for my business, watching friends get sick, seeing people die, seeing friends lose their jobs, and managing the emotional weight of it all.
And given all of this, I know that I have never been affected as badly as millions of others, and it is still difficult for me. The point: need is need. And when you're there, you have to recognize it and respect it. For you and others.
There is no wrong move
Right now more than everIt's important to control what you can control.
Spend your time focusing on the little things that fill you up, removing what drains you (as much as possible), staying healthy, and keeping your head above water.
Together we as humans must support each other because none of us know what the future holds.
But I know this: The love, kindness, and patience you give to yourself and others will make you stronger through the pandemic and as we create our new normal.
I spoke to Arnold Schwarzenegger.TheArnold Schwarzenegger. The same guy who used to train 5-6 hours a day. Even he says it's important to adapt and celebrate the small victories that you may not have even acknowledged in earlier times.
When he had Open heart surgeryHe didn't start with the same expectations that drove every aspect of his success. He had a bigger goal, but started by adapting and addressing reality.
That meant building up the strength to use a walker. Then take 100 steps. Followed by walking unassisted. Each “milestone” was a reason to be proud and brought him closer to the place where he could do more. Remember, this was coming from a man who used to squat over 500 pounds and now a walker was a success. It wasn’t “normal,” but it was necessary.
It may feel like you're changing your expectations, but you're really building momentum.
Better times are coming, but that doesn't mean things aren't hard right now.
When you can't see clearly, it's important to focus on the next step and know that each one will lead you out of the fog to a time and place where things are better.
The healthiest thing you can do is learn to celebrate the small wins, be it the walk, the vegetables you eat, the friend you call, or even the deep breath and reminder that “this will pass.”
Fuck the haters who tell you otherwise.
Sometimes it's not about good or bad decisions. It's about action versus inaction, and every action is a win.
Remember, we are not building strength to lift heavier weights. We build strength to help us in such moments.
As humans, we evolve and adapt to situations. This is how we survive and thrive.
Your fitness goals will be there, whether you can achieve them today, tomorrow or in 3 months.
Create energy where you can.
Conserve energy when you feel drained.
And remember to stay strong and keep smiling.
As you do this, these steps will accumulate, you will see more clearly, the pieces will be in place, and then...Checkmate.