Coaching practices for Show Up Minimum

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• I only do the thing when I feel inspired, and on the flat, uninspired days I let myself off
• My standard is all-or-nothing
• I start strong and then it just quietly fizzles when nothing’s pulling on me
• I go all-out in these huge intense bursts a couple times a week and feel productive, but it never sticks or becomes second nature
• The day I’m trying to get back on track is usually still a rough one

Practices that may help

1. Show up daily — especially on uninspired days
   Consistency beats quality in the early stages; showing up is the non-negotiable.
   The Slight Edge: Jeff Olson’s Philosophy of Consistent Small Actions
2. Redefine what counts as a win
   Explicitly count showing up — even imperfectly — as a win, not only full performance.
   Celebrating Small Wins
3. Scheduled, recurring check-ins
   Fix a standing time to report progress, not "whenever we get a chance."
   Accountability Partners
4. Prioritize consistency over intensity
   Showing up every day at low intensity beats occasional high-intensity bursts.
   Micro Habits: Start Absurdly Small
5. Drop to a minimum on the recovery day
   On the mandatory day, a tiny version still counts — showing up is the point.
   The Two-Day Rule: Never Skip Twice
6. Set an absurdly small daily minimum
   The minimum must be so small that saying no feels more embarrassing than just doing it.
   Mini Habits, Made Practical
7. Set a non-negotiable floor for each burner
   Define the minimum for each domain that, if crossed, signals an emergency — and protect those floors.
   Four Burners Theory: Making Peace With Trade-Offs
8. Join a small accountability group
   Report to a small group rather than one person to add redundancy and social proof.
   Accountability Partners
9. Protect VO2 max from detraining
   Maintain a minimum effective dose of cardio during busy or injured periods — VO2 max is hard to build and surprisingly fast to lose.
   VO2 Max and Longevity: The Peter Attia Framework
10. Show up consistently to build familiarity and trust over time
    Regular, low-key presence across time increases liking without any single memorable moment.
    The Mere Exposure Effect, Made Practical

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