Stop Waiting for Motivation - Start Building Accountability!
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Hey Everyone! Each week, I help busy, brilliant humans get RESULTS - with strategies that are practical, personalised and totally doable. No fads, no fluff - just what works in real life.
Because small steps? They carry you a long way.
Why We Don’t Have a Motivation Problem - We Have an Accountability Problem
Let’s get honest…
You’ve started before, right?
You’ve felt fired up, “This time I’m READY!”
And two weeks later… life gets busy, motivation fades, and suddenly you’re back where you started.
Here’s the thing:
Motivation gets you going.
Accountability keeps you going.
Motivation is like a spark - exciting, energising, but short-lived.
But accountability?
That’s the engine. The structure. The gentle push that keeps you moving - even when motivation snoozes.
Consistency isn’t about trying harder - it’s about being supported smarter.
5 Power Moves to Keep Going When Motivation Fades
💥 1. Make it visible - Write down your goals and keep them front and centre (fridge, phone, bathroom mirror). If it’s out of sight, it’s out of mind.
🤝 2. Get accountable - A coach, friend, or even a check-in text system. When someone’s expecting an update, you show up.
🧠 3. Build habits, not hype - Stop chasing the “Monday start” buzz. Anchor your routines to things you already do (e.g. walk after school drop-off).
🧾 4. Track honestly - Data doesn’t judge, it teaches. Progress photos, step counts, sleep, energy, showing up counts, even when progress is slow.
🎯 5. Plan for low-motivation days - Success isn’t about your best days; it’s about how you respond on your worst days. Have a “minimum action” plan.
3 Motivation Myths to Ditch ASAP
🚫 Myth 1: I just need more motivation
Nope. You need structure, support and accountability - not more “readiness.”
🚫 Myth 2: I need to feel motivated to take action
Actually, action creates motivation - not the other way around!
🚫 Myth 3: If I stop, I’ve failed
Nope. Starting again is progress. The only failure is quitting.
Your 7-Point Accountability Checklist
Before you throw in the towel (again!), ask yourself:
1️⃣ Who am I sharing my progress with?
2️⃣ What’s my minimum daily action when motivation is low?
3️⃣ Do I know WHY my goal matters to me?
4️⃣ Have I made my goal visible in my daily life?
5️⃣ Am I tracking progress or guessing?
6️⃣ Who’s cheering me on when I wobble?
7️⃣ Do I have a plan for hard days — not just perfect ones?
Ready to Step Into Accountability?
If you’re nodding along and thinking “Yes, this is me,”
Let’s talk.
💬 Book your FREE 20-minute Health Audit
No sales pitch.
No pressure.
Just clarity, strategy, and support.
We’ll pinpoint where motivation fades - and build a plan that doesn’t.
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This Week I Learned...
That even the strongest people don’t need more motivation - they just need a stronger system. Accountability doesn’t make you weaker; it makes you unstoppable.
📅 What’s Coming Up
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Meet Clare
Clare is a pragmatic and empathetic leader who combines loyalty, tenacity, and curiosity to create innovative, practical solutions for health and well-being. Known by her family as “Mum’ll fix it!”, she embodies a get-it-done mindset, tackling challenges head-on and finding practical, sustainable answers.
As a coach, creator, and motivator, Clare champions people in believing in themselves and taking small, consistent steps that lead to long-term change. She believes exercise and nutrition should always be personal, adaptable, and practical, ensuring strategies fit seamlessly into real life.
Her approach is understanding, considerate, and kind, but also driven by a strong sense of accountability and follow-through. Sociable and approachable, Clare builds trust quickly, making her both relatable and inspiring.
Above all, Clare creates healthier, more content lives - combining innovation with empathy, leadership with kindness, and strategy with action.
You can work with Clare in the pole or aerial studio - Pole 4 Fitness, at AOF Champions Gym or join her online.
Clare believes everyone knows what to do to live a healthier lifestyle, but what it takes to get there is personal to each person. We are all different, so we need a plan that works for you!
Keep nourishing your body and flourishing in your fitness journey.
Hope you have a great week!
Clare