Ever find yourself skipping the gym because you just can’t seem to find the motivation?
Let’s talk about how to stop relying on external reasons and start taking control of your progress.
I remember when I was a Master Trainer at 24 Hour Fitness. I had the opportunity to work with an executive at Amazon named Nick. He was a former athlete, specifically a baseball player. Over time, Nick lost his motivation to exercise. He traded physical growth for business growth. When he came to me, my job was to reignite that motivation.
We started training twice a week. I gave him a four-day training plan: two sessions with me, and two on his own.
After a while, I noticed his progress was slower than expected. So, I asked him, “Hey, are you sticking to the plan and showing up for your other workouts?”
He admitted that he wasn’t. “I just can’t motivate myself to go to the gym,” he said. “You’re the one who motivates me to show up.”
That’s when I told him something important.
“If there’s one thing to take away from our sessions, it’s this: take the energy and guidance I give you and learn how to recreate that for yourself. Remind yourself of how you feel during our sessions, how I encourage and guide you, and channel that energy on the days we don’t train together. Because at the end of the day, I won’t be here forever. If you don’t learn how to motivate yourself outside of our sessions, how do you expect to grow?”
This was a big realization for him. He thought hiring a trainer was just about those 50-minute sessions. But the real growth happens in the 23 hours outside of them.
Sure, it’s great to rely on a trainer to push you beyond your limits, diagnose problems, and quickly implement new ideas. You also build a personal connection. But you have to gain the skills to access your own inner power. That’s where true progress is made. When you can push yourself beyond the gym and beyond our time together.
True motivation comes from within.
External factors like a trainer can inspire us, but real, lasting change happens when you dig deep and find your internal drive. It’s about recommitting to your choice every single day. Remembering not just the choice itself, but why you made it.
Each day brings new challenges that test your commitment. The key is to draw from your inner power. That’s your most reliable and strongest source. Once you build the habit of accessing that inner strength, everything external becomes a bonus rather than a necessity.
That’s why it’s important to find ways to stay motivated beyond the gym. It could be a mentor, an online community, or even a game-like approach that keeps you engaged and growing.
Infitnite transforms your fitness journey into a real-world RPG where you are the hero, forging your path through quests that strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and unlock your warrior spirit. If you're looking for a system that combines guidance, motivation, and accountability, consider playing Infitnite. It’s designed to feel like having a trainer in your pocket every day, so you can stay consistent and focused even when life tests your commitment.
The real transformation happens when you master that internal drive and keep pushing forward, no matter what.
If you found this post helpful and want to explore how to stay motivated and achieve your fitness goals, I’ve got something for you.
Check out my guest appearance on the Sacred Symbols PlayStation podcast. In the episode, we dive into the power of Infitnite and how you can take control of your fitness journey.
Listen below to learn how to level up your real-life progress, just like an RPG.
If you’d like more insights or have any questions, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to help!
About the Author
Walter Chambers, the visionary Founder, Lead Designer, and Master Wizard at Infitnite, brings 13 years of holistic transformation experience. He holds a comprehensive suite of certifications, including Pain-Free Performance Specialist (PPSC*M) Master, NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Mental Performance Mastery Coach, Certified Conditioning Coach, and Certified Metabolic Nutritionist.
As a lifelong gamer and fitness expert, Walt created INFITNITE, the world’s first Fitness Fantasy RPG, designed for anyone seeking to break through plateaus, discover inner motivation, or push themselves to new heights. Infitnite offers a structured, gamified approach that combines cutting-edge fitness methodologies with immersive gaming principles, guiding individuals on a personalized path to transform their body, mind, and spirit. Through this innovative system, Walt empowers others to unlock their inner warrior and achieve their infinite potential in both personal health and professional life.
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