THE FYX 175: Why 'All or Nothing' Is Sabotaging Your Results (And What to Do Instead)

Coach Krysta tackles the pervasive all-or-nothing mindset that keeps many people stuck in the cycle of waiting for the "perfect time" to start their fitness journey. Through relatable examples and client success stories, she explains why waiting until January 1st isn't the answer and how to make progress during the holiday season. In this episode we discuss: Why the "all-or-nothing" mindset is as ridiculous for fitness as it would be for everyday tasks like folding laundry or making coffee The importance of finding your "gray area" instead of constantly swinging between extremes How to make realistic progress during the holiday season without completely restricting yourself Why starting with more food (not less) can be the key to sustainable results Krysta challenges listeners to question their "wait until January" mindset, pointing out that if this approach worked in previous years, you wouldn't be in the same position now. She explains how this thinking pattern leads to: Missed opportunities for progress Unnecessary weight gain during the holidays Continued frustration with your fitness goals Learn how the Fitness FYX program takes a different approach by: Starting clients at higher calorie levels Focusing on habit building before deficit Creating personalized strategies for busy seasons Teaching maintenance skills alongside weight loss Krysta shares a recent client example who: Lost over 30 pounds in the past year Is maintaining progress during the holiday season Created realistic goals based on data from previous weeks Found her personal "sweet spot" between restriction and complete freedom Episodes 93-96: The Four Phases of the Fitness FYX Program Listen Here One-on-One Coaching Application Remember, you don't have to choose between making progress and enjoying the holiday season. There's a middle ground that allows for both, and finding it starts with breaking free from all-or-nothing thinking. Follow Krysta: @thekrystahuber @thefyx.officialpod @thefitnessfyx Prefer Your FYX with video? Check us out on Youtube