If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon.
Kathrine SwitzerRead
There is an expression among even the most advanced runners that getting your shoes on is the hardest part of any workout
Interpretation
The hardest part of exercising is often just getting started.
This quote highlights the common struggle many face with motivation to begin a workout. It suggests that once the initial hurdle of preparing oneself, such as putting on workout shoes, is overcome, the rest of the workout becomes much more manageable and enjoyable. It underscores the importance of taking the first steps toward achieving a goal.
In practice
In a motivational speech about fitness at a local gym.
If you are losing faith in human nature, go out and watch a marathon.
Motivation gets you going and habit gets you there.
I can imagine few things more trying to the patience than the long wasted days of waiting.
There are lots of good reasons to abandon a project. Having a little competition is not one of them.
Before comparing yourself with others, win the battle with yourself. Strive to be better today than yesterday, and better tomorrow than today.
Whenever I feel bad, I use that feeling to motivate me to work harder. I only allow myself one day to feel sorry for myself. When I'm not feeling my best I ask myself, 'What are you gonna do about it?' I use the negativity to fuel the transformation into a better me.
You may have made a lot of wrong choices, but youβve also made a lot of choices that were right. Focus on your good qualities. Focus on your victories. Get off the treadmill of guilt.
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