Happy Tuesday, !

I heard about this study a few weeks ago about the power of having a purpose…

And honestly, it has been on my mind ever since.

If you’re struggling with cravings, pay extra close attention…

The finding: when you have a strong purpose, everything seems easier.

Two groups of people were asked to carry a 25-lb (11.35 kg) backpack up a steep ramp:

1️⃣ One group was told the backpack contained important equipment

2️⃣ The other group was told it was just dead weight

Here’s what happened: The “important equipment” group performed better and said the load felt easier than the “dead weight” group.

Why?

Because their effort had a PURPOSE.

When you have a “WHY” for doing something… a “why” that feels compelling and meaningful… your actions don’t feel like work.

They feel important.

So if you’ve been [struggle – ex. "struggling to say “no” to those cookies every afternoon"], it’s time to reconnect with your WHY.

Could it be because you want to:

💪 Lose those last few lbs and improve your blood work?

🏃 Have more energy so you don’t feel wiped out after work?

💗 Support your long-term health so you can keep doing the things you love for years to come?"

Here’s how to put this into practice:

1. Write it down.

Really think about your purpose. Maybe you already know what it is. It should be something that lights a fire inside you of excitement or motivation I’m cleaning up my cravings so I can _______. Why do you want to replace foods that aren’t serving my goals? Think about it, and find a big reason that gets you fired up!

(Want a little inspo for your “why”? Watch this video from a few years ago by a Dutch company, but consider yourself warned, you might get dust in your eyes! https://vimeo.com/486616446 )

2. Remind yourself.

When you feel your motivation start to flag, visualize your purpose and repeat it to yourself before you begin.

3. Anchor it to your bigger workout isn’t just about today. It’s about "what you’re building toward".

When you do this, it doesn’t feel so much like work. Just like the backpack in that study, you’re no longer carrying “dead weight.” You’re carrying something important.

Because when your workouts feel important, staying consistent gets a whole lot easier.

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Make it an amazing evening,

Coach Lu 

Ludwight Rigueur, SMTh, SMTr, LMT, Qigong Instructor

Rigueur Soma Performance

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