Sticking to a consistent workout routine can feel like a constant uphill battle. We set ambitious goals, muster up the motivation to hit the gym, only to find ourselves falling off track at the slightest bump in the road. But what if I told you there's a mindset shift that could revolutionize the way you approach fitness?
Enter Simon Sinek's concept of the infinite game, as outlined in his book "The Infinite Game." Unlike finite games with clear beginnings and endings, infinite games have no distinct endpoint. They're about staying in the game for the long haul, rather than striving to "win."
Think about it: Your career, your marriage, and yes, your fitness journey, are all infinite games. You don't "win" at these things; you aim to stay engaged and committed over time.
Yet, many of us approach fitness with a finite mindset. We set specific weight loss goals or aim to achieve a certain physique, treating fitness like a race with a finish line. But this mindset sets us up for failure when life inevitably throws curveballs our way.
A rainy day, a hectic work schedule, a restless night's sleep—these are the everyday obstacles that can derail our fitness journey if we're focused solely on "winning." But when we adopt an infinite mindset, we understand that consistency is the true measure of success.
Instead of fixating on immediate results, we prioritize showing up, day in and day out, regardless of the circumstances. We accept that progress may be slow and nonlinear, but every workout is a step forward in our lifelong pursuit of health and vitality.
So, the next time you're tempted to throw in the towel because things aren't going according to plan, remember the infinite game of fitness. Embrace the journey, stay committed to the process, and above all, keep playing the long game. After all, in the infinite game of fitness, consistency is the ultimate victory.
