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Why do goals often fail?
The story shows nearly four in ten people stop exercising within 30 days. This rapid abandonment often stems from setting unrealistic goals or not understanding the full picture of fitness, which includes recovery. Without a sustainable plan that incorporates rest, initial enthusiasm quickly fades when the body can't keep up or feels constantly fatigued.
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