💡 The Power Of Consistency Over Perfection

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The Power of Consistency Over Perfection

We all have those days where we miss a workout, eat a little too much, or just feel off our game. Here’s the truth: perfection isn’t the key to success—consistency is.

• Progress Over Perfection: It’s easy to get discouraged when you slip up, but the reality is that small, consistent efforts add up over time. Missing one workout or having one cheat meal won’t derail you, but giving up will.

• Build Habits, Not Pressure: By focusing on showing up regularly rather than being perfect, you’ll develop long-term habits that stick. Whether it’s hitting the gym three days a week or choosing healthier meals 80% of the time, consistency leads to lasting results.

So, instead of chasing perfection, aim for progress. Keep showing up, even when it’s hard, and you’ll see the difference.

Myth or Must?:

Do You Have to Work Out Every Day to See Results?

Myth!

While staying active is important, working out every single day isn’t necessary—and in some cases, it can even be counterproductive. Your body needs rest to recover, repair, and grow stronger. What’s more important is the quality of your workouts and ensuring that you have a balance of strength training, cardio, and rest days.

Aim for 3-5 workout sessions per week, and don’t forget that active recovery (like walking or stretching) counts as beneficial movement, too.

Question from Our Readers:

“I’m trying to lose fat, but I don’t want to lose muscle. What’s the best way to maintain muscle while cutting?”

• Mike, 47, Lawyer, from San Diego, CA

Great question, Mike! Losing fat while maintaining muscle can be tricky, but it’s definitely possible. Here are the key things you need to focus on:

• Eat Enough Protein: Make sure you’re getting at least 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight each day to preserve muscle while in a calorie deficit.

• Strength Train Regularly: Continue lifting heavy weights to signal to your body that it needs to hold on to muscle. Focus on compound movements like squats, deadlifts, and presses.

• Don’t Drop Calories Too Low: A moderate calorie deficit is key. If you cut too many calories, your body will start breaking down muscle for energy. Aim for about a 500-calorie deficit to lose fat at a sustainable pace while maintaining muscle mass.

Stay consistent, and you’ll be able to shed fat while keeping your hard-earned muscle intact!

Fit Trivia: Which action star performed 90% of their own stunts in a high-octane film series?

Answer: Tom Cruise! Known for doing the majority of his own stunts, Cruise’s commitment to realism in the Mission: Impossible series has earned him a reputation as one of the most daring actors in Hollywood.

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Editor: Michael Pender

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