Philip
Philip
Setting realistic goals
Setting realistic goals
Setting realistic goals
Sunday 28th December 2025
Philip shares insights on setting achievable health goals, avoiding common pitfalls, and the importance of mental resilience in fitness.
13 minutes
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Motivational
Informative
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About this podcast
Author:
Philip
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Categories:
Body & Mind
Sobriety Success Stories
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Set realistic, achievable goals to avoid discouragement.
- Break down large goals into smaller, manageable tasks.
- Avoid relying on quick-fix solutions like diet pills.
- Focus on building mental resilience alongside physical strength.
- Celebrate small victories to boost confidence and motivation.
"When your body starts to break down and things get hard, what pushes you through is your mental state."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Philip shares his journey from battling obesity and alcoholism to becoming a champion bodybuilder. He tackles the common pitfalls of setting unrealistic New Year's resolutions and offers practical advice on achieving health goals. Philip emphasizes the importance of setting realistic, achievable goals rather than aiming for drastic changes. He shares his own experiences, highlighting how a lack of planning led to repeated failures until he sought professional guidance.
By breaking down goals into manageable parts, such as losing just one pound a week, Philip explains how this approach can build confidence and mental resilience. He also warns against quick-fix solutions like diet pills and highlights the long-term benefits of a healthy lifestyle. The episode is peppered with humour and relatable anecdotes, making it both informative and engaging. Whether you're aiming to lose weight or seeking to improve your overall health, Philip's insights provide a roadmap for success.
So, what's your next step towards a healthier you?