Momentum Changes Everything: Why Small Wins Matter
The Fundamentals of Fitness by Alison Berrisford
Episode notes
Most people think change happens through massive motivation, dramatic transformations, or “starting properly.”
But real progress rarely works like that.
In this episode of The Fundamentals of Fitness, Alison breaks down the science and psychology of momentum — and why the smallest wins are often the most powerful.
You’ll learn:
Why small wins matter more than big starts
How momentum changes behaviour and identity
The neuroscience behind habits, dopamine, and repeated action
Why all-or-nothing thinking destroys consistency
How elite athletes build momentum through process and repetition
The practical systems that make consistency easier in real life
Featuring lessons from athletes including Eliud Kipchoge, Serena Williams, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lewis Hamilton, and Simone Biles.
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