I hear this a lot.
And I get it.
You’re putting effort in.
You’re exercising.
You’re trying to eat a bit better.
And the scales haven’t moved as much as you’d hoped.
So the mind goes to:
“What’s the point?”
But here’s something I often ask people to think about…
What if you keep going? What if you were one day away from seeing the results you wanted but you stopped?
What if you hadn’t started?
Not in a dramatic way.
Just realistically.
No strength work.
No routine.
No extra movement.
No better food choices here and there.
Because when we only look at the number on the scales, we miss the stuff that’s already improving:
Stairs feeling easier.
Getting up from chairs easier.
Carrying shopping easier.
Feeling steadier on your feet.
Sleeping a bit better.
A bit more energy.
And strength isn’t just a “fitness thing.”
For a lot of people, especially 40+, 50+, 60+, 70+ and beyond, it’s bone density, balance, and reducing the risk of falls.
That’s real-world stuff, not gym stuff.
The irony is — when people say “I’ve still got loads to lose,” that’s often the moment they stop…
and then they forget all the benefits they’d already started building.
This is why structure and accountability matter so much.
Most already know what to do.
They don’t need another diet or complicated plan.
They just need something that helps them keep going when motivation dips.
That’s really what the 28 Day Kickstart is for.
Not perfection.
Not smashing yourself.
Just sessions booked in, support around you, and momentum that keeps moving.
Sure, you have to show up and meet us halfway.
But remember:
“I still have weight to lose” doesn’t mean “nothing’s working.”
It usually means you’re already on the way.
What could you do to help you feel better today?
And if the scales aren’t moving but you feel good?
- Ditch the scales for a month and focus on habits
- Weigh daily and take the average over the week and compare weekly average NOT random weekly measures on the scales
Matt