The Daily Reinvention
Finding the drive to keep showing up.
The Anecdote
I walked into a Strength class, and greeted one of my favorite coaches. Formerly a service man, he proudly owns his grit and gruffness, doling out loving bear hugs to add complexity to his GI-Joe persona. Formerly a serviceman, he proudly owns his grit and gruffness, doling out loving bear hugs to add complexity to his GI-Joe persona.
He asked very sincerely, “How are you, Lex?” and paused as if truly curious for my answer.
I heard myself respond with automation, “I’m good. I’m here to reinvent myself, again.”
And then I thought, “Man, ain’t that the truth, and what a valuable perspective. And f@ck. That’s a lot of work!”
The Problem
I can’t tell you how many people I’ve come in contact with throughout my life that don’t exercise because of this barrier – you have to keep showing up and starting over again
That squat from last week isn’t going to carry you through the fall season. It’s the consistency of week after week of squatting, and deadlifting, and pulling up, and chest pressing that is going to make and keep you strong.
When I say it like that, why would anyone ever want to commit to this exercise sh*t?! It really is a lifestyle choice that necessitates an ongoing, unending drive for hard work.
And my job is to sell this?! Woof!
The Reframe
This is where this idea of “daily reinvention” kinda gets me hot. It’s this approach to life that is governed by curiosity and isn’t depending on the successes of yesterday or what you’re trying to accomplish tomorrow. It is solely focused on what you can actualize in the present moment.
We can break this down to be even more granular: in strength training, one rep at a time. In breathwork, one hold at a time. In meditation, one moment at a time. Because when we get ahead of ourselves, the quality of the work we are doing presently is diminished.
What’s inspiring about this is how much opportunity “beginning again” provides you. Each day can be that clean slate that’s ripe for newfound ambition. And what if that was how we kept approaching each day and every workout?
Part of what I love about my job is that I get to help people find that curiosity. I show up with a plan, and together we find the approach that matches the personality.
When it comes to motivation, exercise is not a “one size fits all” situation. Not everyone likes to be yelled at or berated into doing burpees.
I’m interested in helping clients develop intrinsic motivation that comes from a place of self-compassion and that will last a lifetime. This is the spark that will positively influence change when it comes to exercise consistency and will also inspire other healthy lifestyle choices.
If you’re in need of a little intrinsic motivation tune-up, I’m your girl. Let’s start from where you are, right now, and take it one day (and workout) at a time.
To schedule your free 20 minute consultation email lexyrose@stretch.works and let’s get you scheduled. Click here to learn more about my services and what might be right for you.
Hi, I’m Lexy — a personal trainer for women 40+
I help you feel strong, capable, and at home in your changing body through functional strength, mobility work, and breath-led movement that evolves with you through every stage of menopause and midlife.
