Why Doing It All Yourself Isn’t the Ultimate Flex

There’s something satisfying about doing things yourself.
Learning the process. Solving the puzzle. Fixating until you understand every detail.

That’s been me for a long time. I like to know how things work. I enjoy the deep dive, the problem solving, the independence. And for small goals, that’s enough. When the project is contained or the stakes are low, doing it yourself works.

But once your goals get bigger, that approach starts to break down. Because the truth is, doing it yourself isn’t the tough way. It’s the slow way.

The Principles We Can’t Outsmart

1. Bigger goals require better teams.
When I first started building my business, I tried to wear every hat. I was the coach, the marketer, the bookkeeper, the cleaner, and the systems guy. But as Elevate grew, it became obvious that I couldn’t do it all and do it well.

Bringing on experts, consultants, and employees didn’t just lighten the load. It expanded our reach, our impact, and our potential. The business grew faster and stronger because we brought in people who were better than me in their lane.

If your goal is to reach a new level in your health or fitness, the same applies. A great coach doesn’t just write a plan. They help you execute it, troubleshoot it, and stick to it. That’s what turns goals into results.

2. Experience collapses time.
There are things sitting on your mental “someday” list right now.
Maybe it’s finally getting your nutrition dialed in, figuring out your meal prep, or finding a program that fits your life.

You could spend the next six months researching, testing, and second guessing yourself. Or you could hire someone who already knows the steps, shortcuts, and systems.
That’s not the easy way out. It’s the accountable way forward.

Working with someone who’s been there before doesn’t mean you aren’t capable. It means you’re serious about getting it done. It’s not about outsourcing effort. It’s about collapsing the time between where you are and where you want to be.

The Myth of Doing It All Yourself

We tend to glorify the solo grind as if handling everything alone makes the result more authentic. But sometimes, doing it all yourself is just a comfortable form of procrastination.

In fitness, people say, “I’ll start once I research the right plan.” Or, “I just need to learn more before I commit.”
The truth? You probably already know enough to begin. You just haven’t acted.

Hiring a nutritionist, joining a program, or even scheduling a consultation doesn’t mean you’re giving up control. It means you’re putting time on the calendar and creating structure. You’re investing in consistency, accountability, and momentum.

The Real Hard Way

The irony is that doing it yourself feels like the hard way, but it’s usually the slow way.
The real hard way is learning to trust others, accept help, and commit to the follow through.

When your goals are small, go ahead. Tinker, learn, and obsess. That’s how you grow your foundation.
But when you’re serious, when the goal really matters, it’s time to bring in a team or an expert.

Because success isn’t about how much you can handle.
It’s about how far you can go when you stop trying to do it all alone.