Feeling like fitness isn’t for you?
If you have a physical disability or limitation, you might feel like fitness is out of reach. But today, we’re clearing that path. I’m breaking down the real barriers that hold you back—and showing you exactly how to break through those fitness barriers.
Identify Your Fitness Barriers
The first step to smashing obstacles is knowing what they are.
- Mental Barriers: Fear of failure. Self-doubt. Thinking “I can’t.”
- Physical Barriers: Limited mobility. Pain. Fatigue.
Take a moment to ask yourself:
- What’s stopping me from getting started?
- What’s keeping me from staying consistent?
Tip: Write these down. Seeing them in black and white is powerful.
You can’t overcome what you don’t acknowledge. Identifying your mental and physical barriers is where real change begins.
Shift Your Mindset
Once you know your barriers, it’s time to flip the script.
From “I Can’t” to “I’ll Try”
Saying “I can’t” shuts the door.
Saying “I’ll try” cracks it open.
When you shift to “I’ll try,” even small actions feel like big wins. Every attempt, no matter how small, moves you forward.
Are you stuck in “I can’t” mode?
Make the switch today. You’ll be amazed at how many things you start doing.
Progress Over Perfection
Big goals are great.
But small victories are the real magic.
Instead of chasing perfection, focus on progress:
- Celebrate the first time you stretch a little further.
- Be proud when you add an extra rep.
- Acknowledge every moment you show up for yourself.
Progress builds momentum. And momentum builds your #UNBREAKABLE body.
Celebrate Your Courage
Starting is hard. Continuing is harder.
Remember: you’ve already overcome bigger challenges in life.
Give yourself credit for showing up, especially when it’s tough. That’s real strength.
Create Your Solutions to break through fitness barriers
Now it’s time to get practical.
Modify, Adapt, and Conquer
Your body might move differently, and that’s okay.
- Adapt exercises to fit your range of motion.
- Modify workouts based on your energy levels.
- Honor what your body needs today.
Adaptive fitness is about making it work for you.
Build a Routine That Fits Your Life
Forget cookie-cutter plans.
Create a fitness routine that works around:
- Your schedule
- Your energy
- Your needs
The best routine is the one you’ll actually stick to.
Find Your Support System
You don’t have to do this alone.
- Partner with a friend.
- Join a supportive community.
- Work with an adaptive fitness coach (like me!).
Support is a game-changer. It keeps you motivated, accountable, and inspired.
Need help breaking through your barriers?
Visit tonyjacobsen.com/coaching to get personalized guidance built for your journey.
Why Breaking Fitness Barriers Matters
Living with a disability doesn’t mean living without fitness.
Finding ways to move, stretch, and strengthen your body can:
- Boost your energy
- Improve your mood
- Strengthen your body safely
- Build lifelong resilience
Fitness is for everybody. Especially your body.
And you have everything it takes to succeed.
Start Building Your #UNBREAKABLE Body Today to break through your fitness barriers
You’re stronger than you think.
Barriers are real, but so is your ability to break them down.
If you’re ready to:
- Identify your fitness barriers
- Shift your mindset
- Create lasting solutions
Then you’re ready to start.
Get support, get guidance, and get moving.
Visit tonyjacobsen.com/coaching and let’s build your #UNBREAKABLE body together.
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