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Exercise Quote by Steve Maraboli

“I would much rather feel the physical soreness that comes with exercise than to feel the psychological soreness that comes with regret.” quote by Steve Maraboli
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““I would much rather feel the physical soreness that comes with exercise than to feel the psychological soreness that comes with regret.””

Steve Maraboli

About This Quote

Source Book: Unapologetically You by Steve Maraboli, 2015

Physical effort and its discomfort are preferable to the lingering pain of missed opportunities and regret.

In simple terms: Exercise pain is better than regret pain.

Key Takeaway

Choose to act now.

Themes

motivation health regret discipline

Mood

determined reflective

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gym workouts
  • career decisions
  • personal projects
  • relationship choices

Key Concepts

self‑efficacy future‑orientation psychological resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What regret are you avoiding?
  • How can you turn discomfort into growth?
A Different Perspective

Regret can be mitigated by proactive planning, not just action.

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