During All Out intervals, participants exert maximum effort, whether it’s sprinting or tackling a steep incline. Push intervals push participants to challenge themselves without going all out, while Base intervals maintain a comfortable yet challenging pace.
Recently, during one of my workouts, I found myself 20 minutes into the class working through an All Out pace, which, for me that day, meant power walking at an 8% incline with a speed of 3.7. As I was sweating, huffing, and puffing, I kept thinking: I need a break. I’m tired. I’m done. I want to go home.
Then, like a saving grace, the instructor announced that we could transition to Base pace. I grinned, took a sip of water, and wiped the sweat from my brow, focusing on steadying my breathing. Ahhh, I thought. This break is exactly what I needed. I feel much better!
After almost a minute of enjoying my slower Base pace, I glanced at the treadmill. Wait, what? I was still power walking at my All Out 3.7 speed with an 8% incline; I had forgotten to lower my speed and incline.
This moment served as a beautiful reminder of how powerful our mindset is. How we perceive a situation shapes our reality.
This experience has popped into my mind several times since it happened, and it has had me pondering how I can shift my mindset to make perceived challenges seem easier. I encourage you to do the same, as I have no doubt you hold a lot of inner wisdom and insight – and let’s be real, who doesn’t want things to feel a bit easier these days?
For me, I have been more mindful of my mental chatter, especially while doing hard things. Instead of saying things to myself like I’m done, I’ve switched to statements such as This is hard AND I’m here for a reason. I’ve also been better about creating space for gratitude and dedicating my workouts and other hard things to things I care about: God, this workout is for you. I am grateful to be healthy and am celebrating by honoring my body. Thanks to these small but mighty adjustments I’ve noticed I have more peace and stamina, especially at OrangeTheory.
Write me back if this blog gets you thinking about positive mindset shifts you can make. And be sure to send over any wins you create for yourself as I’d love to congratulate you.
Onwards!
Sincerely,
Dr. Danielle Clark | Psychic Medium
drdanielleclark.com
PS – Here is an affirmation to use when you are navigating a challenge, ‘My mind is stronger than any obstacle. What I think is what is.’
PPPS – Do you want more strength to help you overcome a challenge? If so, grab a pen and journal. Close your eyes and imagine yourself facing the challenge. Notice any negative thoughts or doubts that arise.
Next, take a moment to reframe those thoughts into powerful visualizations of success. Picture yourself navigating the challenge with ease, feeling confident and capable every step of the way. See yourself overcoming obstacles effortlessly, fueled by your inner strength and determination.
After visualizing your success, jot down anything that comes to mind – an affirmation to keep you motivated, an empowering image, or a fresh approach to tackle the challenge. Use these insights to propel yourself forward with renewed determination.
I think it’s crazy how much your mindset can change your experiences. One little shift and it makes the thing you are trying to tackle so much easier. I also love that you brought up the way that we talk to ourselves. So often we are negative to ourselves and it effects us so much more than we realize!
Thanks for taking the time to write me. I’m with you — perspective truly is everything. It shifts the energy and the flow — what we receive and what we work with. Thanks for reading. It means the world. Sending you lots of good vibes.