09/09/2026
I’ve been reading about dopamine this week.
Did you know even the thought of doing something releases it into your bloodstream?
That’s why scrolling IG, watching training clips, or telling yourself “I’ll go tomorrow” feels good in the moment.
But here’s the truth:
Thinking about training is NOT training.
The real dopamine hit doesn’t come until after the session.
I get it.
Sometimes you don’t want to go.
Last night I was sore, slept badly, and pulled me back putting trainers on of all things.
I didn’t feel like it either.
But I know from experience:
* I’ll feel better after
* It’s linked to my bigger goals
* The short term “can’t be arsed” isn’t worth it
Not everything in life worth achieving feels good in the moment.
Here’s the brutal way to look at it: .
Imagine your kids, nieces and/or nephews are watching.....
What would they say?
“Daddy didn’t go to his kung fu class because he was tired.” “
"My uncle says he trains… but really, he just watches men roll around with each other on his phone.”
Or your partner starts thinking...
“My other half never commits to anything."
Ouch haha but you get the point.
Don’t just think about training. Show up.
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