Between decades of combined coaching experience, we’ve seen every excuse, obstacle, and roadblock imaginable. Some are valid. Some aren’t. But patterns always emerge. Here’s what actually causes inconsistency — and what works instead. Tap/Click the Picture for the Podcast Episode on this Subject 1. Unrealistic Goals Kill Motivation One of the most common reasons people fail is unrealistic goal setting . “I want to lose 50 pounds.” “I want to deadlift 800.”“I want to completel

Strength Training Is More Than the Barbell Lessons on Consistency, Discipline, and Life from Mach 1 Barbell Coaches At Mach 1 Barbell, we’re big proponents of strength training. But this conversation goes deeper than sets and reps. It’s about discipline, perspective, mental fortitude, and showing up even when you don’t feel like it . Here are the biggest takeaways from the discussion. Strength Is Relative — And That’s a Good Thing Strength doesn’t look the same for everyone,

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