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Coach John

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March 5, 2025

The Reason It Doesn’t Work Is Your Priorities

Let’s be real. This is the truth nobody wants to hear, but it’s the reality for most.

We all dream of feeling better, looking better, having more energy, moving with ease instead of struggling through the day. We say we want it. We say we’ll get serious about it. But when it comes down to making the choices that actually get us there, we hesitate.

The problem? Priorities.

Why Your Fitness Routine Isn’t Working

Maybe you already have a fitness “routine” of some kind—something that checks the box but doesn’t really move the needle. It’s inconsistent. It’s not challenging. It’s not the thing you actually need to reach your goals. And deep down, you know it.

Because when it comes down to it, you want the results—but you’re not willing to sacrifice a little to gain a lot.

The world is the unhealthiest it has ever been. Chronic diseases are on the rise. More and more people are struggling with weight gain, low energy, and preventable health issues. And yet, the most common thing I hear as a coach is:

“I just don’t have time.”

The Harsh Truth: Life Isn’t Going to Stop

I’ve worked with people from all walks of life—from the most successful to those who feel stuck. Their stories may sound different, but at the core, they all come down to one thing: priorities.

If you’re waiting for your schedule to get easier, you’ll be waiting forever.

If you don’t have time for yourself in your schedule right now, it’s because you made it that way. And unless you change something, it will stay that way.

I won’t deny that it’s hard. But that’s why you get help. That’s why you start small and adjust. It won’t be perfect at first, but I promise, it gets better. It always does. But you have to start.

Health Won’t Wait for You

The scary thing about health and fitness? Most people don’t realize how important it is until it’s too late.

Right now, you get by. But one day, it won’t be so easy. The health issues creep in. Moving gets harder. Your quality of life starts slipping away.

Here’s a number that should make you think:

  • The average lifespan is about 73 years
  • The average healthspan is about 64 years

That means the average person spends 9 years in declining health—unable to truly live their life the way they want.

That’s nearly a decade of struggle, pain, and regret.

3 Simple Things You Can Do Today to Fix This

  1. Schedule your workouts like an appointment.
    Block off time in your calendar like you would for a meeting or doctor’s visit. When it’s scheduled, it’s real.
  2. Set one non-negotiable habit.
    Pick one simple thing—drinking more water, going for a daily walk, eating protein with every meal—and stick to it. Master one habit before adding more.
  3. Find accountability.
    Don’t go it alone. Join a community, hire a coach, or find a training partner who will keep you on track when motivation fades.

You Have a Choice

The good news? That doesn’t have to be your story. You can choose differently.

At CrossFit Ares, this is what we do. We help people build a system that works—one that fits into their lives and gets results. But here’s the deal:

It has to be your priority.

If you’re ready to make this change, let’s talk. No pressure, no gimmicks—just a real conversation about how you can make your health work for you.

Reach out, let’s grab a coffee (or whatever you prefer), and let’s figure this out.

Because life isn’t going to wait. And neither should you.

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