Everyone has different goals for themselves in life, whether they’re fitness/health related or not, and that’s a great thing! However when it comes to accomplishing goals there are many obstacles that can get in the way and delay progress. The good news is that there are also plenty of strategies to help combat these obstacles and set yourself up for success so that you can focus on what you want to achieve. In this episode we share 11 things that could be getting in the way of your goals, from everything to chronic stress, sleep, self-sabotage, and more.
Episode 28: Things Preventing You From Reaching Your Goals
Show Notes
Everyone has different goals for themselves in life, whether they’re fitness/health related or not, and that’s a great thing! However when it comes to accomplishing goals there are many obstacles that can get in the way and delay progress. The good news is that there are also plenty of strategies to help combat these obstacles and set yourself up for success so that you can focus on what you want to achieve. In this episode we share 11 things that could be getting in the way of your goals, from everything to chronic stress, sleep, self-sabotage, and more.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- About the difference between acute and chronic stress and how it can affect your goals
- That too much cortisol in your blood can lead to issues like weight gain
- About insulin and the role it plays in the body
- How stress can be linked to food cravings
- Why it’s crucial for muscle gain to also know when to rest
- That inadequate sleep could be getting in the way of your goals
- About what sleep variability is and why it’s important
- Why it’s beneficial to go to sleep and wake up at the same time everyday
- Strategies to handle a lack of social support when it comes to accomplishing your goals
- Ways to help find a strong support system to support your goals
- How the all or nothing mentality/perfectionism can get in the way
- Why having a plan is critical to success
- That it’s important to set specific and achievable goals
- Why it helps to physically write down your goals
- About the balance between having a workout variation but still sticking with your programs
- Ways to help balance eating varied nutrient-dense whole foods and not going overboard
- About the importance of not relying solely on supplements for nutrients
- How a bad environment can get in the way of your goals and how a positive environment can help
- That it’s crucial to check your ego in order to achieve your goals
- About self-sabotage and how it could be getting in the way
- Why you shouldn’t allow distractions to impair your progress
References:
Sleep episode – https://masteryourhealth.net/episode-19-how-to-set-the-stage-for-better-sleep/
Podcast library – https://masteryourhealth.net/podcast/
Resources:
- Study referenced: In this feb 2019 randomized controlled trial, ultra-processed diets caused excess calorie intake which in turn led to weight gain unlike the
- Connect with with Amanda here: @MeowMeix | MeowMeix.com
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