Why Linda Hamilton’s “Terminator arms” weren’t magic (& why that’s good news for us)
This wasn’t motivation. It was a job. When it’s a job, you don’t self-negotiate. You don’t ask “Is this worth it today?” You just show up. That is a luxury She trained ~3 hours a day, 6 days a week, guided by a trainer who removed decision-making and pushed the pace. She lost ~12 lbs on a TEMPORARY, highly controlled diet (think chicken, fat-free milk, dry salads). Extreme? Yes. Achievable? Also yes. Actors succeed because the usual barriers are handled for them: • Accountability is built in • Decisions are removed • The timeline is clear • Sustainability is NOT the goal—execution is The actual work isn't as hard as the constant deciding. Our lesson isn’t to live like an actor forever. It’s to borrow the principles: ✔ fewer choices (no social media conflicting advice) ✔ clear structure (no squirrel chasing shiny objects jumping from program to program) ✔ external accountability (not showing up inconveniences someone else other than you) ✔ short, focused phases When effort is defined and decisions are off your plate—progress gets easier, goes faster. That’s is what a system is. That system is what we are building here in this community! 10-Day Strong + Lean for Life Kickstarter An intro to the Get Your Time + Body Back system Starts Jan 19. More details to come! Who’s in?