By the end of January, many people aren’t failing because they chose the wrong programme, but because they keep switching before anything has time to work.

In this episode, Paul Bassett breaks down shiny object syndrome, the habit of jumping from plan to plan in search of a breakthrough. Drawing on real coaching experience and the launch of a high-implementation aesthetic programme, Paul explains why most results come from committing harder to the basics rather than chasing something new.

This episode is about adherence, standards, accountability, and why progress usually comes from doing the same simple things exceptionally well. 

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In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What shiny object syndrome looks like in fitness

• Why people quit or switch just before results appear

• How implementation matters more than programme design

• The role of timelines and realistic expectations

• Why data beats feelings when progress stalls

• How accountability accelerates results

• Why most “transformations” fail after the finish line

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Anyone stuck jumping between fitness programmes

• People frustrated by repeated plateaus

• Those considering another reset or restart

• Busy adults wanting better results without more complexity

• Anyone questioning whether they should “try something new”

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About the Show

Beast of Burden is a weekly podcast hosted by Paul Bassett, founder of Hounds of Health in Wandsworth, London. The show focuses on strength, fitness, mindset, and accountability for people who want sustainable progress rather than quick fixes.

Each episode is grounded in practical coaching experience, not trends or hype.

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Connect & Learn More

To learn more about coaching with Hounds of Health or to talk through your next steps:

Website: https://www.houndsofhealth.co.uk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houndsofhealth

Enquiries: [email protected]