Everybody’s fitness journey is different. We all have our ups and downs and our good days and bad days. The last thing any of us need is somebody to hold us back or bring us down with too much negative criticism or lack of motivation.
To be truly successful, you need a supportive team to push you there. Everybody needs that. It does not have to be an actual team. Your team could be your spouse, partner, friend, or anybody else who helps you reach your goals. But you cannot have a supportive team if you do not know how to be a teammate.
It can be challenging. Naturally, we are inclined to think about ourselves and our goals. It is not a bad thing; it is just how it is. We as humans can sometimes struggle to motivate others when they need it. It is hard to see from a perspective other than our own.
Like anything good, becoming a supportive teammate whom people look to takes hard work, commitment, and intentionality. It would help if you decided that you want to improve by assisting others to improve. It is a good feeling to see somebody you love succeed, and it is worth working on yourself to help them reach their goals.
If you have someone in your life that you think could use some gentle team inspiration, here is how you can do it.
Talk about your own goals.
This one works for you and them. On the one hand, talking to people about your goals is a form of holding yourself accountable. When you speak your dreams into existence to others, you will be more likely to work for what you want so you do not let them down.
On the other hand, think about how inspiring it is to hear someone talk about what they want and how they will do everything they can to get it. You could be that for somebody. Hearing about your goals could inspire them to consider their own goals and motivations. You may learn about some shortcomings in the past that you have already gone through or vice versa.
A conversation about goals could lead to something more. Maybe you have scheduled goals check-ins that keep both parties accountable. Perhaps it leads you to reconsider your plans and tweak and transform them. Overall, conversations about goals are great ways to grow, inspire and motivate.
Compliment Others on their Success
Nobody does like a compliment. If anything, the occasional discomfort that comes from receiving compliments results from not getting enough compliments. Sure, you need to earn praise, but there is no harm in throwing some niceness towards someone who has been busting their butt to get better.
When you see success, it is nice when other people notice. It can motivate you to continue building consistency and growth. When you notice someone is seeing success in the goals you have talked about with them, let them know that they are doing a great job. Tell them how they are inspiring you to work on your goals. They will feel great, and you will feel great (and maybe you will get a compliment, too).
Show Them How You Work
Whether it is in the gym, at work, or anywhere else, showing someone your process can do wonders for you both. Like talking about your goals, this works for all parties involved.
Seeing how other people things a great way do is to reevaluate yourself and others. Think about doing a squat. When you do it alone, it is hard to point out flaws in your form. Having a second pair of eyes gives you more opportunities to fix defects.
If you are more experienced than your teammate, take this opportunity to show them what you do and how you do it. They may not even know where to start. Teach them what you know and talk about your experiences. Tell them about mistakes you have made and how you fixed them.
On top of the benefits, working as a team is more fun than doing things solo. Think about all the laughs, the friendly competition, and the bonding that come with working together to achieve goals.
Figure Out What Motivates Them
Different people have different needs for motivation.
Some people are highly self-motivated, and others need a gentle push in the right direction. Others require tough love.
When you are a part of a team, you must know what kind of motivation your team needs. Communication is critical here. Tell your team how you respond and ask if you can help.
When everybody is on the same page, it becomes much easier for everybody involved to stay hungry.
Nobody will have a bad day if everyone knows how to get them going. If your team is a goal-crushing machine, then motivation is the fuel. You must know the right energy to give to every part of the machine to run correctly.
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