If you’ve ever said, “I’ll just figure it out on my own,” this episode is for you.

In this real-talk session of Fit for a Comeback, Nick Venuti dives into one of the sneakiest traps holding people back: the comfort zone. Not the sweatpants-and-Netflix kind—but the mental loop where you keep telling yourself you’ll start Monday, you’ll do better next month, or that you just need to “try harder.” Spoiler alert: that loop is keeping you stuck.

Nick shares his own story of staying stuck for years—even while putting in the work—and why information without implementation is just procrastination in disguise. If you’re tired of saving guides and not using them, if you’re doing all the “right” things but still feel stalled, it might be time to shift from comfort to clarity, from consumption to action.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why “I’ll just figure it out myself” rarely works long term

The hidden cost of staying in your comfort zone (it’s not just time)

Why free content and saved workouts aren’t enough

How to stop turning a temporary struggle into a permanent identity

Nick’s simple seasonal strategy to finish the year strong

Why 70% effort beats 100% burnout....every damn time

Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

Want help building your mid-year comeback? DM Nick “Core 5” to get started

Learn more about the Core Five Blueprint: Apply Here

If the first half of your year didn’t go as planned—this one’s for you.

In this episode of Fit for a Comeback, Nick Venuti reminds us that we’re not behind, broken, or starting from scratch. We’re starting from experience. Whether your goals fell off in February, motivation disappeared in March, or you’re still telling yourself you’ll “start next week,” it’s time to stop beating yourself up and start rebuilding with structure.

Nick breaks down exactly why most people burn out before June, the psychology behind repeated false starts, and how to flip your mindset from “start over” to “start smarter.” With real talk, practical strategies, and his signature humor, Nick introduces the Three R’s system to help you refocus and finish the second half of the year strong—with habits that actually stick.

Why New Year’s resolutions fail by May (and what to do instead)

How to stop ghosting your goals and start building momentum

What the Three R’s are and how they change your habit game

Why “messy consistency” beats perfection every damn time

How to prep your space, your mindset, and your routine for a mid-year comeback

The difference between burnout and lack of structure (spoiler: you’re doing too much)

How identity-based goals drive long-term success—and how to build them now

🔥 Memorable Quotes:

[0:50] “Stop beating yourself up. You’re not behind, you’re not broken, you’re not a failure.”

[3:57] “This time, we’re not going all in with the expectation to overhaul everything—we’re building with structure.”

[8:21] “Messy consistency beats 100% burnout every damn time.”

[9:28] “You’re not lazy—you’re structuring everything for everyone else but yourself.”

[11:04] “Ask yourself: is this habit realistic, repeatable, and relevant to your life right now?”

[15:06] “We’re not using the first half of the year for drama—we’re using it for data.”

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Learn more about the Core Five Blueprint: Apply Here

In this episode of Fit for a Comeback, we’re flipping the script on how you think about progress. If you’ve ever felt discouraged chasing a goal like fat loss, pain relief, or a fitness milestone—only to fall off when life gets messy—this one’s for you.

Nick breaks down one of the biggest mindset traps that keeps people stuck: chasing outcomes without building the processes to support them. From New Year’s resolutions to comeback goals after surgery, injury, or burnout, it’s easy to aim high… but unless you’ve got daily habits that support your identity, your goals will collapse under pressure.

Using research-backed principles from behavior science and real-life coaching examples, Nick shows you how to shift from goal-chasing to system-building—so you can finally create sustainable results that last.

Why outcome-based goals (like “lose 20 pounds”) often backfire

The power of identity-based goals and how to build them

How small daily actions (like getting steps in or planning meals) lead to real transformation

What “neuroplasticity” and self-efficacy have to do with your comeback

Why focusing on protein, sleep, hydration, and strength training creates compounding results

The difference between falling back into habits that hurt you and building ones that serve you

Why you don’t need a life overhaul—just one process at a time

[0:50] “We’re chasing the outcome instead of building the systems required to get there.”

[2:27] “If you don’t do the reps, there’s no amount of hoping that’ll move the needle.”

[3:47] “We’re working so hard just to retire… but then we forget to actually live?”

[5:48] “You are not defined by the worst thing that’s ever happened to you.”

[7:53] “When you focus on the process, you rewire your brain through neuroplasticity.”

[8:36] “Dopamine comes from stacking small wins. That’s why momentum matters more than motivation.”

[15:11] “Fat is exhaled through your breath. Poor sleep literally makes fat loss harder.”

[17:53] “You don’t rise to the level of your goals—you fall to the level of your habits.”

[19:26] “Pick one process. Track it. Show up. That’s how you start building your comeback.”

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In this episode of "Fit for a Comeback," we delve deep into the complex feelings surrounding exhaustion and burnout. It’s essential to recognize that you're not lazy; you’re simply overwhelmed. Everyday life—from managing a business and caring for your family to striving for personal fitness—can leave you mentally and physically drained. We often fall into the trap of blaming ourselves for not being productive when, in reality, the constant juggling act of responsibilities can lead to severe emotional fatigue.

I discuss how many of us find ourselves prioritizing everyone else's needs over our own as we slip further down our own list of priorities. This episode highlights the significance of understanding our roles as managers and protectors, especially for those who often self-sacrifice to maintain the happiness of others. It’s a realization that can be eye-opening and crucial for anyone feeling burnt out. Instead of labeling ourselves as procrastinators or lazy, we must acknowledge that we’re merely in survival mode, leading to a constant feeling of being overwhelmed.

The difference between laziness and emotional burnout

How managing everyone else’s needs leaves you last on your list

The Energy Economy: what’s draining you vs. what’s refueling you

Micro habits that protect your energy and momentum

How to schedule your first “You Appointment” and why it matters

The difference between a reset and a rebuild (hint: you don’t need to start over)

Why the 14-Day Booties & Bellies Challenge is the perfect first step

[0:12] “You’re not lazy—you’re just f*cking exhausted.”

[2:17] “You’ve been in survival mode for so damn long that anything extra feels like a burden.”

[7:10] “Think of your energy like a bank. You’re either depositing or withdrawing—and most of us are running on empty.”

[10:15] “What gives you energy? A 15-minute walk? A meal prep win? A morning routine with no phone? That’s your recharge.”

[16:29] “You don’t need a reset. You need a rebuild—one deposit at a time.”

[19:12] “Doing the things you said you’d do builds self-efficacy—and that’s where your power comes from.”

[23:59] “Schedule one YOU appointment per week. A walk, a stretch, a nap. You’ve earned it—but only if you’ve done the thing you promised yourself.”

[27:17] “The thing you’re avoiding the most is probably the thing you need to do first.”

Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

Need resistance loop bands? Grab a set here: Nick’s Amazon Store

Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

Want help building your mid-year comeback? DM Nick “Core 5” to get started

Learn more about the Core Five Blueprint: Apply Here

Memorable Quotes:

• [01:48] “Fitness isn’t one-size-fits-all, but when you build a system around the right principles—it works across the board.”

• [03:38] “The First Five isn’t about grinding harder. It’s about rebuilding your foundation the right way, without missing steps.”

• [07:30] “If you’re not anatomically adapted, your body starts recruiting muscles it shouldn’t—and that’s how people get hurt.”

• [10:07] “I’m not here to give you another meal plan you don’t understand. I want you to actually learn how to eat for life.”

• [12:53] “Most people don’t need more chaos. They need control—and that starts with full-body, functional movement.”

• [13:25] “I didn’t know how bad I needed yoga until I started doing it—and now I’ll never stop.”

• [15:34] “You don’t need a program. You need a system. Something that matches your life and actually makes sense.”

• [19:05] “It’s not just about macros and movement—it’s about rebuilding the entire foundation of your health and mindset.”

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🔗 Links from the Episode:

• Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

• Want the full breakdown of the Core Five Blueprint? Click Here to Apply

Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

Want help building your mid-year comeback? DM Nick “Core 5” to get started

Learn more about the Core Five Blueprint: Apply Here

Memorable Quotes:

• [01:46] “Just because you’re tired after a workout doesn’t mean it was effective.”

• [03:37] “You might not be training for a competition—but you are training to stay alive.”

• [05:55] “Strength equals success. Being pain-free equals success. That’s the kind of progress we’re after.”

• [06:33] “Are you training to look good for a weekend—or to feel good for a lifetime?”

• [09:51] “You don’t need to burn 600 calories a day. You need to train in a way that builds you—not breaks you.”

• [11:28] “Is what you’re doing helping you move better, move more, and move longer—or are you just trying to punish yourself after a rough weekend?”

• [12:00] “Your body isn’t a problem to fix—it’s a system to support.”

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🔗 Links from the Episode:

• Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

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If you’re ready to stop chasing the burn and start seeing actual results, DM me “Core Five” on Instagram. I’ll send you a free training blueprint that’s helped dozens of my clients stop spinning their wheels and start building strength for life.

Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

Want help building your mid-year comeback? DM Nick “Core 5” to get started

Learn more about the Core Five Blueprint: Apply Here

Why waiting for the “perfect time” to work out is keeping you stuck

• How small, consistent movement can prevent chronic pain and fatigue

• The difference between exercise as punishment vs. maintenance

• Real stories from clients (like 85-year-old stair-climbing legends 👏)

• Why the goal isn’t six-pack abs—it’s independence, mobility, and feeling good again

Memorable Quotes:

• [01:46] “I want you to start looking at exercise as the maintenance of your body—because if you avoid doing the maintenance now, you’re gonna pay for the repairs later on.”

• [02:54] “We gotta start looking at exercise as the oil change of your body. It’s the routine maintenance that’s going to keep your joints smooth, your mind clear, and your energy going.”

• [04:51] “All she needed was intentional, consistent movement to prevent things from breaking down further. It’s not fancy. It’s not extreme. It’s maintenance.”

• [07:07] “We’re not trying to deadlift 300 pounds. We’re trying to get off the floor without pain and walk up the stairs without feeling like total crap.”

• [08:03] “The goal is to live independently, stay active with your kids or grandkids, and enjoy life without being sidelined by pain or injuries.”

• [10:55] “It doesn’t have to be perfect. You don’t need a damn gym. You need to meet yourself where you’re at.”

🔗 Links from the Episode:

• Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

• Learn more about Nick’s Core Five Blueprint coaching: Click Here to Apply

If you’re ready to stop treating your body like it’s disposable and start giving it the TLC it deserves, this is your sign to get moving. DM me “Core Five” on Instagram and I’ll send you a free training blueprint that’s helped dozens of people just like you start strong.

Connect with Nick on Instagram: @thehealthyyinzer

Want help building your mid-year comeback? DM Nick “Core 5” to get started

Learn more about the Core Five Blueprint: Apply Here