Breaking Free from "Shoulding" in Your Fitness Journey

MindsetStrength Training
Written By Kathrine Bright

Episode Overview: Welcome to another episode of MilesFromHerView! In this episode, Kat from KatFit Strength dives deep into the concept of "shoulding," a term coined by Clayton Barbeau, and how it impacts our fitness journeys. Kat shares practical strategies to help you shift away from unrealistic expectations and unnecessary stress, fostering a healthier and more enjoyable approach to fitness.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • Introduction to "Shoulding": Understanding the pressure we put on ourselves with thoughts like "I should be doing this" or "I shouldn't have done that."

  • Impact on Fitness: How "shoulding" creates guilt and frustration, steering us away from a healthy, sustainable fitness routine.

  • Strategies to Avoid "Shoulding":

    • Setting realistic goals that fit into a busy schedule

    • Celebrating small wins to maintain motivation

    • Listening to your body and adjusting workouts accordingly

    • Being kind to yourself and recognizing that setbacks are a normal part of the journey

  • Conclusion: Emphasizing the importance of focusing on what you can do and what feels right for your body and lifestyle.

Takeaways:

  • Replace "shoulding" with achievable and realistic fitness goals.

  • Celebrate your progress, no matter how small.

  • Listen to your body and give it the rest it needs.

  • Be kind to yourself and remember that fitness is a journey, not a destination.

Listener Challenge: This week, we challenge you to identify one "should" thought in your fitness routine and replace it with a positive, realistic goal. Share your experience with us on social media using #MilesFromHerViewChallenge.

Thank you for tuning in to MilesFromHerView! Stay strong, stay positive, and let's make fitness a celebration, not a chore!

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Kathrine Bright

My passion is to help women in all stages of life to be strong and confident in their bodies. I specialize in prenatal and postpartum fitness to seasoned mothers. I do not specialize in one-size-fits-all routines. I customize exercises and workouts to meet my clients where they are at. I pride myself in having a working relationship with my clients where I ensure a program design that will fit seamlessly into their busy and demanding lifestyles.

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