Are You Handbraking Your Own Life?

GERARD HIBBERT
Aug 24
2 min read

Why you keep slowing down your goals, dreams, and happiness — and how to finally break free.

So many of us know exactly what we want:

👉 More energy — to get through the day without feeling wrecked.

👉 A stronger, fitter body — not for abs, but for confidence, health, and freedom.

👉 A healthier mind — less stress, more calm, more focus.

👉 A bigger heart — the energy to show up fully for the people we love.

👉 A stronger soul — to feel proud, resilient, and at peace with ourselves.

Deep down, you want it all. You want to feel alive again. You want to feel like YOU again.

But instead of stepping forward you slam on the handbrake. You overthink. You listen to other people’s doubts. You talk yourself out of the very thing that would make you happy, strong, and free.

The Pain of Staying Stuck

Every time you delay, you’re not “saving” yourself. You’re robbing yourself.

Another month of waking up tired.
Another year hiding from photos.
Another summer where you don’t feel confident in your own skin.
Another season where you’re watching life instead of living it.

We say we don’t have the time or can’t afford it, but how much are you already investing in things that don’t serve you? Weekend drinks, takeaway, random stuff online, all while saying no to the one investment that would make you healthier, happier, and stronger.

Why Do We Do This?

Because staying in pain feels familiar. Because going slow feels safe. Because we’re scared of failing again.

But here’s the truth, You’re already in pain. You are already uncomfortable. The only difference is you’re not moving forward.

The Power of Commitment

Happiness, energy, and confidence don’t come from thinking about it. It comes from committing.

Committing to yourself.
Committing to the future version of you who deserves better.
Committing to stepping into the life you actually want.

Because the truth? You don’t need another 6 months of overthinking. You need 4 to 8 weeks of just action.

The Fit for Life Way

This is exactly why I built Fit for Life. It is not just workouts and meal plans .It is about teaching you how to, Break free from overthinking, Build momentum that sticks, Stop listening to everyone else and finally listen to yourself

It’s progress, not perfection and it’s about creating the version of you who’s been waiting for too long.

If you’ve been handbraking your own goals, this is your chance to release it. I’m opening a few Free Clarity Call spots this week.

On the call, we’ll