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“Later” is a Lie

by Stephen Holt, CSCS — ACE Personal Trainer of the Year

“Later” is a lie we tell ourselves to feel better.

“Later” is stated out of fear, never necessity.

“Later” actually means “never” in regard to reaching fitness goals.

It temporarily lets us off the hook without admitting we’re giving up our dreams.

We can easily convince ourselves that timing, circumstances, and the demands of daily life are legitimate excuses.

But they aren’t.

Ever.

Life is chaotic and busy.

It seems like too much too often — like you just can’t start or focus or grow in the right direction.

Fear, uncertainty, and self-doubt weigh us down, so we turn – again and again – to “later.”

Which becomes “never.”

Enough! Break the cycle with these two insights:

Realize that you are NOT unique. (Sorry.) Neither are your problems or circumstances or feelings.

Millions and millions of other people have navigated what you’re going through. If they can do it, so can you.

You are personally responsible for where you are now and where you will be in 90 days and for the rest of your life.

Stop saying later – and seize the moment to take one little step toward doing what you know you need to do.

Do it right now. And do it again tomorrow. And every day.

Life is too short for “later.” Embrace the power of “Right Now.”

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Stephen Holt, CSCS

Stephen Holt, CSCS

Timonium personal trainer and nutrition coach

Stephen Holt, CSCS and PN1 coach, has spent over 40 years helping women over 50 build strength and move better. He earned a Mechanical Engineering degree from Duke and runs 29 Again Custom Fitness in Timonium, MD. ACE named him Personal Trainer of the Year, and he has been a finalist 12 times with IDEA, NSCA, and PFP. NBC, Prevention, HuffPost, Women’s Health, Shape, and more have featured his fitness advice.

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