Lewis HowesYour Personal 24/7 Greatness Coach

The Biggest Barrier to Maintaining Health Goals | Senada Greca

8 Jan 2025 · 0 min

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In this segment, the speakers discuss the primary obstacle that prevents people from sustaining health-related goals: setting unrealistic expectations. They argue that newcomers should prioritize realistic, modest objectives—specifically, the simple act of showing up each day. By focusing on daily consistency rather than ambitious outcomes, individuals can gradually build new habits and avoid early failure. The conversation emphasizes that consistency is the foundational element that carries a person toward lasting habit formation.

What do you think is the biggest barrier to maintaining goals then so that people don't fail so quickly when they start?
I think the first thing it is like those unrealistic expectations. Set realistic goals for me. If you are just starting out, if this is something completely new, is set that goal of just showing up. Show up every day. Keep create that consistency. Consistency is the primary goal to carry you to that point where you have created a new habit.