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Everyone has different goals for themselves in life, whether they’re fitness/health related or not, and that’s a great thing! However when it comes to accomplishing goals there are many obstacles that can get in the way and delay progress. The good news is that there are also plenty of strategies to help combat these obstacles and set yourself up for success so that you can focus on what you want to achieve. In this episode we share 11 things that could be getting in the way of your goals, from everything to chronic stress, sleep, self-sabotage, and more. In this episode you’ll learn:  About the difference between acute and chronic stress and how it can affect your goals  That too much cortisol in your blood can lead to issues like weight gain About insulin and the role it plays in the body  How stress can be linked to food cravings  Why it’s crucial for muscle gain to also know when to rest  That inadequate sleep could be getting in the way of your goals  About what sleep variability is and why it’s important  Why it’s beneficial to go to sleep and wake up at the same time everyday  Strategies to handle a lack of social support when it comes to accomplishing your goals  Ways to help find a strong support system to support your goals  How the all or nothing mentality/perfectionism can get in the way Why having a plan is critical to success  That it's important to set specific and achievable goals  Why it helps to physically write down your goals  About the balance between having a workout variation but still sticking with your programs  Ways to help balance eating varied nutrient-dense whole foods and not going overboard About the importance of not relying solely on supplements for nutrients  How a bad environment can get in the way of your goals and how a positive environment can help That it’s crucial to check your ego in order to achieve your goals  About self-sabotage and how it could be getting in the way  Why you shouldn’t allow distractions to impair your progress   References: Sleep episode - https://masteryourhealth.net/episode-19-how-to-set-the-stage-for-better-sleep/  Podcast library - https://masteryourhealth.net/podcast/