Dr. Jenn recently answered a question from a listener about how to stop focusing on numbers and metrics (and other things that make us feel bad about ourselves) when we work out.

That Dang “Other” Bike

Gordon Walker complained that the “dang hotel bike” is harder than his own bike – and although he was joking, we all have gotten frustrated when different pieces of equipment give us way different results.  

Make Peace With Your Progress

Dr. Jenn tells us to make peace with the whole “PR situation” – we can’t allow numbers (mileage, steps, output, etc) to be our ultimate concern.  We need to give ourselves credit for working out at all.  She points out that many members of the Peloton community are type A’s (oh?  We hadn’t noticed), who especially need to step back and enjoy the process  of working out without being too concerned about the outcome of our workout.

You Have Done Your Best

Remember, you have done your best on any given day.  Dr. Jenn points out, as an example, that she is currently grieving the loss of her mom – she has days where she absolutely does not feel like working out, and on those days, it naturally takes a lot more energy to complete a workout.  But the “PR” on some days your best is just moving at all – struggling through things we don’t always feel like doing.  

Do the Thing You Think You Cannot Do

Sometimes you think you can’t climb that hill, complete those burpees, lift that heavy weight, or take that class, and then you do it.  Maybe then you’ll try something else you thought you could not do – and you’ll accomplish that as well.  Take that risk – and show yourself how strong you really are.

Tune in to The Clip Out every Friday to hear Tom and Crystal’s take on this and other hot Pelotopics. We’re available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, iHeart, TuneIn. Be sure and follow us so you never miss an episode. You can also find the show online on Facebook.com/TheClipOut. While you’re there, like the page and join the group. Lastly, find us on our YouTube channel, YouTube.com/TheClipOut, where you can watch all of our shows.

See something in the Peloton Universe that you think we should know? Visit theclipout.com and click on Submit a Tip!