Struggling with consistency? Feel like if you can’t do something perfectly, it’s not worth doing at all? That’s the ‘All or Nothing’ trap—and it’s one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck in their fitness, health, and personal goals.

In this episode of Shropshire Strong: The Quick Cast; I’m breaking down why this mindset holds you back and sharing three simple strategies to escape it. If you’ve ever fallen into the “I’ll start again Monday” cycle, this is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why progress isn’t about perfection—it’s about always coming back after setbacks.

✅ How 80% consistency beats aiming for 100% and failing.

✅ Why having a ‘Plan B’ keeps you moving forward when life gets in the way.

Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ Progress isn’t linear. Stop expecting perfection and focus on long-term consistency.

2️⃣ Good enough is good enough. 80% consistency over a year beats short bursts of perfection followed by quitting.

3️⃣ Always have a backup plan. A shorter workout or a small healthy choice is always better than doing nothing.

Take Action:

This week, when you feel like you’ve "messed up," don’t quit. Just get back on track. Keep moving forward.

🎙️ Listen Now: Hit play on Shropshire Strong: The Quick Cast and learn how to break free from the all-or-nothing mindset.

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In this episode of Shropshire Strong: The Quick Cast, we’re diving into one of the biggest challenges we all face: staying consistent, especially when motivation fades. Instead of relying on fleeting motivation, I’m sharing 7 simple and practical tips to help you build habits that stick and create momentum that lasts. Whether it’s in fitness, nutrition, or daily routines, these tips will help you show up and stay on track, no matter what life throws your way.

What You’ll Learn:

- Why relying on motivation isn’t the key to success.

- How small, consistent wins build unstoppable momentum.

- Ways to eliminate barriers and make habits easier to stick to.

- How to plan for obstacles and avoid letting setbacks derail your progress.

- The power of habit stacking and celebrating small wins.

7 Tips You’ll Hear in This Episode:

1. Stop relying on motivation—it’s unreliable and fleeting.

2. Start small to build momentum with tiny, manageable actions.

3. Eliminate barriers to make sticking to habits as easy as possible.

4. Plan for obstacles and have backup strategies ready.

5. Don’t let setbacks derail you—progress, not perfection, is the goal.

6. Stack new habits onto existing routines to make them easier to remember.

7. Celebrate small wins to stay motivated and reinforce positive habits.

Take Action:

Choose one tip from this episode and start applying it today. Whether it’s committing to a 5-minute action, laying out your workout clothes the night before, or pairing a habit with something you already do, take that first step and build your momentum!

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In this episode of Shropshire Strong: The Quick Cast, we’re diving into one of the simplest yet most powerful habits for your health: staying hydrated. Drinking 2 litres of water a day can boost your energy, improve your workouts, and even sharpen your focus—but how do you actually make it happen? Host Graham Carless shares why hydration is so important and gives you practical, no-nonsense tips to make it a daily habit.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

- Why staying hydrated is crucial for physical and mental performance.

- Three easy tips to help you hit your 2-litre water goal every day.

- Drink 1 litre by midday.

- Make water accessible and enjoyable.

- Use reminders and tracking to stay consistent.

- Bonus advice for replacing other drinks with water and making small changes that add up.

Whether you’re looking to level up your fitness, boost your recovery, or just feel better day-to-day, these hydration hacks will get you there. Tune in now and make staying hydrated the easiest win of your day!

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