Over the years, I’ve noticed a pattern: when someone asks a lot of detailed questions, it often seems like they’re searching for reasons not to start or doubting their potential for success.
Don’t get me wrong, questions are good. But sometimes, these questions are more about finding reasons not to start than they are about finding ways to begin.
We get it.
It’s easy to feel like you need to research everything. But if all we do is gather information and never take action, nothing will change.
Imagine you’re on the side of the road with a flat tire. You might open YouTube and look up “How to Change a Flat Tire.” Or call Henry Off-Road and ask about better quality tires. Maybe even plan a different route next time to avoid construction or potential obstacles.
None of those things matter unless you change your tire.
It’s the same with weight loss, strength gains, health improvements, diet changes, or fitness routines. At some point, you have to stop asking questions and just start doing.
It’s easy to get lost in the details of nutrition science, debating whether one superfood is superior to another. Or which gym is the best. (Well, you’ve already solved that one by finding Penance Gym, right?)
For many of us, the real challenge isn’t about choosing between edamame and broccoli—it’s about making the habit of eating enough protein & vegetables regularly and showing up at the gym consistently.
Let’s talk about why focusing on basic actions, rather than optimal choices, is crucial when you’re starting out.
The Perfectionism Trap
Health blogs and forums often see the same question: “Is this food better than that food?” While these questions have some merit, they often distract from a more important issue: Are we eating enough healthy foods consistently?
Action Over Perfection
Before diving into the nutritional debate between kale and spinach, ask yourself a fundamental question: How often do vegetables make it onto my plate? If the answer is “not often enough,” focus on building the habit of eating vegetables regularly before worrying about specifics.
Practical Steps to Take Now:
- Plan Your Meals: Start with simple meals that include sufficient protein and vegetables. Think chicken and greens for dinner or carrots and hummus with turkey for a snack.
- Shop Smart: Prioritize protein and vegetables on your shopping list.
- Prep in Advance: Spend some time prepping veggies and cooking proteins after you shop to make meal prep easier during the week.
If you haven’t planned how you’ll get healthy food cooked and onto your plate, stop worrying if food A is better than food B – because you’ll end up eating everything in your pantry.
Focusing on getting any vegetables and lean proteins into your diet is more beneficial than stressing over the perfect choices. Establish the habit first, then you can tweak and optimize your diet.
Consistent good choices, not occasional perfect ones, lead to lasting health benefits.
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