Why People Don't Trust themselves to Succeed in their Fitness Goals

In this episode of Beast of Burden, Paul Bassett explores the real reason people don’t commit to fitness programs, they don’t trust themselves to follow through.

Paul unpacks what confidence really is, why most people never build it, and how success in fitness comes not from motivation but from repetition, structure, and support. Drawing on real coaching conversations and his own recent experience learning to rollerblade (badly), he shares how being a beginner again creates the humility and insight needed to grow.

If you’ve ever doubted whether you’ll stick with a program or wondered why some people thrive and others stall — this episode explains exactly how to build lasting confidence from the ground up.

🔑 In This Episode:

Why motivation fades and momentum matters more

The hidden reason people don’t commit to change

How high achievers struggle with being beginners

Why competence — not hype — is the key to confidence

The role of community and coaching in consistent success

What to do if you’ve “failed before” and don’t trust yourself to succeed

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