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What’s up you beautiful parents,

Words I like “There’s freedom in structure.”

And I know that sounds backwards at first, but the more I coach, the more I see it: a few simple rules can take a whole lot of pressure off your plate. So I wanted to share the three little guardrails I use to keep myself on track… even on the days where motivation is hiding under the couch (probably next to all the missing socks).

Rule #1: No loosening the belt
When my belt starts to feel tight, I’m not allowed to loosen it. It’s my tiny, honest accountability partner. That little squeeze tells me, “Hey man, let’s make some better choices today.”
If you don’t wear belts, same idea: no buying bigger clothes. Think of it like a dashboard light in your car — annoying, but helpful. (And no, ignoring it does not make the problem go away. I’ve tried.)

Rule #2: Never say “No.”
If my wife, my kid, or a buddy asks me to do anything physical — go for a walk, get a workout in, or have a wrestling match (that’s my son, not my wife or friends…lol) — my answer is always “Yes,” unless I’m truly locked into something else. It keeps movement fun, social, and way less optional.

Rule #3: The Rule of Two
I’m pretty sure Andrew Huberman talked about this, and honestly, it’s brilliant. The idea is simple: never miss something twice.
Skip a workout? Cool — the next one happens.
Had a meal that didn’t match your goals? Totally fine — the next one will.
It’s like bumpers at the bowling alley… you can drift a little, but you’re not crashing into the gutter.

These are the kinds of tiny habits I help parents build — not rigid diets, not perfection, just small, steady rules that make life feel lighter and momentum way easier to hold onto.

If this sparks an idea or you want help building your own “rules,” just message me and we can talk through it.

Chat soon,
Ryan