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Jan 2025
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The Biggest Excuses for Avoiding Physica...

ALLISON WETIG AND CEARA KIRKPATRICK
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Ep 211: Allison and Ceara continue their 'How to Thrive in 2025' series by diving into the topic of physical wellness. More specifically, they discuss the common hurdles and excuses that prevent people from prioritizing their physical health. 

Physical wellness is one of the only dimensions of wellness that is fully within our control—unlike external factors that influence mental, emotional, or financial well-being, our daily choices directly shape our physical health. Allison and Ceara explore the psychological aspects of why we sometimes give into our excuses, what some common excuses or hurdles are, and how they plan to combat them on their own wellness journeys. 


TAKEAWAYS:

  • Physical wellness often takes a backseat because of the excuses we tell ourselves.
  • Motivation is a significant barrier to achieving physical wellness goals.
  • Cycle syncing empowers women to better understand their bodies and optimize their fitness goals.
  • Community support is crucial for maintaining wellness.
  • Emotional connections to fitness can impact motivation.
  • Overthinking fitness can hinder progress; simplicity is key.
  • With the right planning, logistical challenges to working out can be easily managed.
  • “Exercise snacks” can be an effective way to stay active.
  • Comparing fitness journeys often leads to insecurity and self-doubt.
  • The all-or-nothing mindset can be detrimental to wellness goals.


RELATED EPISODES:

Episode 113 - Sydney Adams’ Tips for Physical Wellness - Movement, Meals and Morning Routines

Episode 159 - Physical Wellness: Fitness Routines, Eating Enough and Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle with Grace Frisella


MENTIONS:

Allison’s Lemon8 Post - Exercise Snacks

Allison’s Lemon8 Post - Enjoy My Period

White Limozeen, Dolly Parton Rooftop Bar in Nashville 


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