Overcoming adversity. Doing things that others won’t. Getting off the couch and driving to the gym or getting on your bike despite a long day at work. These are all common actions of some of the world’s most successful athletes, business owners, and people. Our shared human experience has taught me many things about life; seeing others rise to the occasion, despite hardships or enervation, can be a powerful reminder of the strength that is inside all of us. Motivational quotes regarding fitness and life demonstrate the robustness of certain individuals; observing the inner strength of other humans, in turn, can help you foster and develop your own personal brand of solidity. Here are just a few of my favorite quotes:

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act but a habit.” – Aristotle

“Nothing will work unless you do.” – Maya Angelou

“Today I will do what others won’t, so tomorrow I can accomplish what others can’t.” – Jerry Rice

“We cannot start over. But we can begin now and make a new ending.” – Zig Ziglar

“Just believe in yourself. Even if you don’t. Pretend that you do, and at some point, you will.” – Venus Williams

“No matter how many mistakes you make or how slow you progress, you are still way ahead of everyone who isn’t trying.” – Tony Robbins

“Do what you have to do until you can do what you want to do.” – Oprah Winfrey

“Making excuses burns zero calories per hour.” – Unknown

“Don’t count the days. Make the days count.” – Muhammad Ali

“It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort. And when you bring that effort every single day, that’s where transformation happens. That’s how change occurs.” – Jillian Michaels

“The last three or four reps is what makes the muscle grow. This area of pain divides the champion from someone else who is not a champion. That’s what most people lack, having the guts to go on and just say they’ll go through the pain no matter what happens.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger

“I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan

“Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford

Group exercise has been shown to help motivate and inspire many people while working out; some say our competitive nature may push us past the point of comfort. Seeing another biker peddle past you 20 miles into a ride, despite physical exhaustion, can also be the encouragement you need to keep on riding. Will power, companionship, and positive influences are all things that come with our bike tours; combine these factors with  breathtaking sights, motivational tour guides, comfortable lodging, and wonderful restaurants, and you have a recipe for success that can help push anyone to the next level. Our week long tours combine beautiful scenery and safe, quiet country roads that emphasize the local roots of our Great Lakes tours. Make your next vacation something that you can be proud of. Bike together for a time to remember.

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