Listen "226. Setbacks Build Fitness Resilience"
Episode Synopsis
You’re dialed in. You’re consistent. You’re eating well, sleeping enough, moving regularly. And just when it all feels like it’s finally clicking... and then an injury, illness, or unexpected health issue knocks the wind out of you.It feels unfair. Like you must’ve done something wrong.This episode is for you.Today, Coach JK is helping you reframe the all-too-common experience of being sidelined. Whether it’s a rolled ankle, a flu bug, or something deeper...setbacks happen. They don’t mean you failed. In fact, they might be the most important chapters in your fitness story.We’ll unpack:- Why your setback isn’t a sign that your healthy habits didn’t work - The hidden trap of guilt and “did I do something wrong?” thinking- How to redefine fitness beyond physical performance- The real markers of progress: adaptability, resilience, and self-awareness- Practical ways to pivot your routine without abandoning your progress- How to navigate the emotional side of losing your rhythm- What a mindful comeback looks like—and why it mattersIf you’ve ever felt like you were finally doing everything right, only to be stopped in your tracks, this conversation is your re-engage and refocus button.Want free weekly workouts and behind-the-scenes programming notes from Coach JK? Join the email list HERE-------------------------Have a question or topic you'd like JK to talk about in a future episode? Submit it HEREConnect with JK on Instagram: @coachjkmcleodEmail JK: [email protected] on YouTube:@CoachJKMcLeodCheck out Feed Your Habits* apparel here(code: JKFYH for 10% off)*available in the US only at this time
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