🤯 The Unexpected Power Of Discipline Over Motivation

PLUS: Lifting weights helps prevent heart disease

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Michael Pender & Ryan Engel
September 27, 2024

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TODAY’S LEVEL UP:

  • Coach’s Corner: The unexpected power of discipline over motivation

  • Question from Our Readers: How do I break through a strength plateau?

  • Did You Know?: Lifting weights helps prevent heart disease

  • Fit Trivia: Which action star completed a marathon while filming his iconic movie roles?

The Unexpected Power of Discipline Over Motivation

Let’s talk about something that not everyone likes to admit: Motivation is overrated.

I’ve heard it a hundred times from clients: “I’ll get back to my workouts once I feel motivated again.” The problem? Motivation comes and goes, and if you rely on it, you’ll never be consistent. Here’s where discipline comes in—it’s the real key to success.

  • Discipline Doesn’t Wait: While motivation depends on how you feel, discipline means showing up, no matter what. You might not feel like hitting the gym at 6 a.m., but your discipline will get you there, and before you know it, those early morning workouts become a habit.

  • Small Wins Add Up: When you rely on discipline, it’s the small, consistent actions that drive progress. Discipline helps you get through tough days, and over time, those small wins build up to big results.

  • It Builds Mental Toughness: The more you practice discipline, the stronger you get—not just physically, but mentally. And this mental toughness? It extends into every aspect of life, making you better at managing stress, setbacks, and challenges.

So, stop waiting for motivation. Make a commitment, build your discipline, and watch how it transforms your body and mindset.

FROM RYAN’S DESK

When the journey gets tough, your "why" keeps you going. Know why you started, and let that fuel your actions when motivation fades. Be the guy who never loses sight of his purpose. That’s how you stay committed when the road gets tough.

Question from Our Readers:

“I’ve been lifting for a while, but I’ve hit a strength plateau. What can I do to break through it?”

  • Greg, 49, Contractor, from Miami, FL

Hey Greg, strength plateaus are frustrating, but they’re a natural part of the process. Here’s how you can bust through that plateau and start seeing gains again:

  • Progressive Overload: Start increasing the weight you lift, even if it’s just by 2-5 pounds. Your muscles need new challenges to keep growing.

  • Vary Your Rep Ranges: If you’ve been sticking to the same rep ranges, mix it up! Try doing fewer reps with heavier weights or increasing your reps with lighter weights for a few weeks.

  • Focus on Recovery: Sometimes, a plateau happens because you’re not giving your body enough time to recover. Make sure you’re getting plenty of sleep, staying hydrated, and consuming enough protein to repair and grow your muscles.

Stick with it, Greg. Your strength will come back stronger than ever.

Did You Know?

Lifting Weights Helps Prevent Heart Disease

It’s not just about building muscle—weightlifting can also protect your heart. Studies show that lifting weights for just 30 minutes a week can lower your risk of heart disease by up to 70%! Strength training helps regulate blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels, and boost circulation. So the next time you’re hitting the gym, know you’re not just building biceps—you’re building a stronger heart, too.

Fit Trivia: Which action star completed a marathon while filming his iconic movie roles?

Answer: Will Smith! Not only is he known for his blockbuster films, but Will Smith also ran and completed a marathon while filming I Am Legend. His dedication to fitness shows in both his physical roles and his personal life.

Ryan Engel, Intl. Fat Loss Coach

Ryan is a leading fitness coach and one of the most known professionals in the space.

He specializes in Body Recomposition and visual body aesthetics and has reached millions worldwide with his powerful messaging. He brings a unique, non-nonsense, yet sophisticated approach to body change.

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