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The Biggest Excuses for Avoiding Physical Wellness—And How to Overcome Them // How to Thrive in 2025 Series
29 Jan 2025
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 RoutinesEpisode 159 - Physical Wellness: Fitness Routines, Eating Enough and Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle with Grace FrisellaMENTIONS:Allison’s Lemon8 Post - Exercise SnacksAllison’s Lemon8 Post - Enjoy My PeriodWhite Limozeen, Dolly Parton Rooftop Bar in Nashville SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: Get Shopify Point of Sale for your business! Shopify.com/ALREADYFRIENDS to get your $1 a month trial! Try Hormone Harmony - Happy Mammoth's nature-inspired formula for women's hormone and gut health. Get 15% off your entire order with the code ALREADYFRIENDS SOCIAL LINKS:Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTokAllison's Socials: Instagram, TikTokCeara's Socials: Instagram, TikTokAlready Friends Patreon: $5 a Month for Bonus EpisodesLet's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing. Thank you so much for the support!To sponsor our show, email [email protected] Sponsors:* Check out Shopify: https://shopify.com/alreadyfriendsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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