While many chase perfection, in the real world it is impossible to achieve. That’s why seeking progress toward your goals, rather than perfection at following the program, is so important. This article explains why this is so and how accepting that you can’t be perfect on this quest allows you to continue to progress where others would quit.
Here’s an excerpt from the article:
When undertaking anything as hard as your 6 pack quest, progress, not perfection, must be your goal.
How often has this happened to you: You start a new fitness program with high hopes & lots of enthusiasm. You do everything perfectly at first. Then one day you miss a workout, or gorge on your favorite junk food. Then you give up because you’re not perfect anymore.
It’s a natural response that many of us have. And giving in to it guarantees that you’ll never get anywhere. Most workout guides are full of tables and schedules and plans for what exercises you will do, how much cardio, what you’ll eat. Some go further to touch on topics like how much you sleep and how much stress you have in your life. All of this is important. Paying attention to all of it is crucial if you’re going to build your muscle and cut your body fat enough to succeed in your quest for 6 pack abs.
But none of the advice in these guides is set in stone…
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