<p>In this episode, I unpack how making excuses quietly kills momentum—and how to break that cycle for good. Sparked by a conversation with a friend who’s been stuck in his own way, I share five tactical ways to stop making excuses and start showing up.</p><p><br></p><p>We get into preparation, owning your time, and leading from the front—plus practical strategies like backward planning and thinking beyond the now. If you’re ready to stop hiding behind reasons and start taking control, this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS</p><p>02:15 Setting the Stage: Personal Reflections and Realizations</p><p>06:20 The Importance of Time Management</p><p>08:09 Ironman Prep: Challenges and Strategies</p><p>11:07 Point #1</p><p>25:52 Point #2</p><p>34:09 Point #3</p><p>42:54 Point #4</p><p>53:53 Point #5</p><p><br></p><p>ORDER MY BOOK HERE:</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210</a></p><p><br></p><p>FOLLOW:</p><p>Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 20% off FOR LIFE</p><p><a href="https://bpn.team/member" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://bpn.team/member</a></p><p><br></p><p>IG: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickbarepodcast/episodes/instagram.com/nickbarefitness/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">instagram.com/nickbarefitness/</a></p><p>YT: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thenickbarepodcast/episodes/youtube.com/@nickbarefitness" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">youtube.com/@nickbarefitness</a></p>