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# Overly intense workouts can backfire for some...
> Overly intense workouts can backfire for some people. Pushing too hard can make exercise feel punishing, while moderate, enjoyable movement is easier to sustain.
**Source:** [[livestreams/Weight Loss, Emotional Health, and Sustainable Change — Full Q and A - Workbook|Weight Loss, Emotional Health, and Sustainable Change — Full Q and A]]
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“Overly intense workouts can backfire for some people. Pushing too hard can make exercise feel punishing, while moderate, enjoyable movement is easier to sustain.”
— Bryant McGill
https://bryantmcgill.com/quotes/quotes-overly-intense-workouts-movement-easier-sustain
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