Personality is often mistaken for Character. Our screens are flooded with fitness influencers showcasing their six-pack abs, expensive gym gear, and highlight-reel workouts. But is that true fitness or just a performance? 🤔💭
As a middle aged man who enjoys an active lifestyle, I’ve had some time to observe how we chase appearances rather than substance. Whether in the gym, running or cycling (all of which I love), what matters isn’t how you look. It’s the character & mindset you develop along the way.
It goes without saying that this applies to Politics 👀, Business👨🏾💼and Celebrity Culture 🎭 too.
Sadhguru, in #InnerEngineering, says:
“🐂💩will get you to the top but it will never let you stay there.”
This applies to personal fitness just as much as it applies to life itself. We chase quick fixes, six-week transformations and premium supplements yet fail to sustain long-term health and wellbeing. Why? Because we focus on personality (how we look) instead of character (who we are).
Some political leaders are charismatic in speeches but lack integrity behind closed doors. Some business magnates project power & confidence yet lack the duty of care to manage employees responsibly. Even in pop culture, some celebs promote a certain image but may struggle to function normally..we see it now on a day-to-day basis.
If we want long-term success in anything, we must focus on inner character rather than external personality.
Character is what keeps you running on cold mornings when no one is watching 🥶. It’s what pushes you to finish your last rep in the gym even when you feel like quitting 🏋️♂️. It’s what keeps you disciplined in your diet 🌯, not because you want to look good for Instagram, but because you know your why.
To build character in fitness (and life), here are three practical steps:
1. Do What You Enjoy - Forget the trends. If you don’t enjoy lifting weights, try rock climbing. If running bores you, try Muay Thai. If you love dancing, try salsa.
Personal fitness website- https://thecurio.online says:
“Going against the grain is hard, positive habits are not. Repetition makes it easy.”
2. Acknowledge What Must Be Improved - Self-awareness is key. If you’re overeating, drinking excessively or spending unproductive hours online, acknowledge it. No progress happens without honesty. This applies to business, relationships, and all aspects of life.
3. Be You (And Stop Caring What Others Think) - Mark Manson, in The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, emphasises the power of authenticity. Stop training a certain way just because it’s trendy. Stop wearing gym gear that makes you feel uncomfortable just to fit in. When you embrace YOUR journey, fitness (and life) becomes easier and fundamentally more fulfilling.
Today, what value do you place on personality vs character? Let me know in the comments and if this resonates with you, let’s connect.
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