In this episode, Louise Green explores the concept of readiness in fitness, distinguishing between physiological readiness, which is measurable and essential for exercise, and cultural readiness, which often leads to procrastination. She emphasizes that feeling ready is not a prerequisite for action and discusses the five stages of change individuals go through in their fitness journey. The conversation highlights the importance of listening to one's body while also taking action, regardless of emotional readiness, and reframing the concept of readiness to empower individuals in their fitness journeys.

• Readiness is often misunderstood in fitness culture.
• Physiological readiness is measurable and essential for exercise.
• Cultural readiness can lead to procrastination and inaction.
• Feeling ready is not a prerequisite for taking action.
• Confidence and capability come from repetition and movement.
• Low readiness does not mean failure; it means adjusting your approach.
• Fitness culture often misinterprets readiness as a feeling rather than a capacity.
• Engagement and consistency are key to building readiness.
• Movement should not be delayed until conditions are perfect.
• You have agency over your fitness journey, regardless of how ready you feel.

Louise Green is an award-winning coach with 20 years invested in working with women of all body sizes. She has coached thousands of women from all over the world, if you're ready take the next step in your strength, check out her coaching program, Size Strong.