You don't need another shiny object.

“I’ve got a Peloton, a rower, and a treadmill. I did CrossFit for a while. Hurt my shoulder. Tried yoga but it wasn’t my thing. 

I like swimming, but it’s a pain to get to the Y early in the morning and all the lanes are packed. 

Bought a $39 weight training program off the internet but a lot of the exercises are too advanced for me. 

I have a family membership at the Y and also joined Crunch Fitness because it’s inexpensive, but I don’t really go to either. 

I feel like I’ve tried it all. Been there. Done that.” 

Me: “Wow, Kenny, that’s a lot! A pretty huge investment. Why do you think it’s been a struggle to be consistent?” 

Kenny: “Well, I suppose it’s shiny-object syndrome. I read a lot and every time I read something, I shoot off down a rabbit hole. ‘Oh man, I’ve gotta try that!’ Ya know, that kinda thing. I guess I just need some direction and someone to hold me accountable.” 

“Yeah, you’re not alone, my friend. A lot of folks are searching for solutions and kinda blundering about dabbling in a bunch of things. But nothing really sticks. And almost everyone I know does better when they have someone in their corner who can help them stay accountable.” 

“Well, that’s me in a nutshell, Paul.” 

That’s most people in a nutshell. 

Does your journey sound like Kenny’s? 

If so, you don’t need the latest fitness gadget or trendy cardio equipment. That cheap program on the internet probably isn’t the solution, either. And, please stop paying for gym memberships you don’t use! 

If you’re wrestling with shiny-object fascination or chronic vacillation, I can help.