If the first half of your year didn’t go as planned—this one’s for you.

In this episode of Fit for a Comeback, Nick Venuti reminds us that we’re not behind, broken, or starting from scratch. We’re starting from experience. Whether your goals fell off in February, motivation disappeared in March, or you’re still telling yourself you’ll “start next week,” it’s time to stop beating yourself up and start rebuilding with structure.

Nick breaks down exactly why most people burn out before June, the psychology behind repeated false starts, and how to flip your mindset from “start over” to “start smarter.” With real talk, practical strategies, and his signature humor, Nick introduces the Three R’s system to help you refocus and finish the second half of the year strong—with habits that actually stick.

Why New Year’s resolutions fail by May (and what to do instead)

How to stop ghosting your goals and start building momentum

What the Three R’s are and how they change your habit game

Why “messy consistency” beats perfection every damn time

How to prep your space, your mindset, and your routine for a mid-year comeback

The difference between burnout and lack of structure (spoiler: you’re doing too much)

How identity-based goals drive long-term success—and how to build them now

🔥 Memorable Quotes:

[0:50] “Stop beating yourself up. You’re not behind, you’re not broken, you’re not a failure.”

[3:57] “This time, we’re not going all in with the expectation to overhaul everything—we’re building with structure.”

[8:21] “Messy consistency beats 100% burnout every damn time.”

[9:28] “You’re not lazy—you’re structuring everything for everyone else but yourself.”

[11:04] “Ask yourself: is this habit realistic, repeatable, and relevant to your life right now?”

[15:06] “We’re not using the first half of the year for drama—we’re using it for data.”

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