The numbers are real. Gym memberships range from $10 to $200 a month. Personal training runs $50 to $150 per session. And when you're juggling rent, groceries, kids, and bills, fitness can feel like a luxury you can't justify. But what if "I can't afford it" isn't always about the money?

In this episode:

• The hidden emotional component—why "I can't afford it" sometimes means "I'm not worth the investment"
• The influencer culture trap and the false narrative that you need $200 leggings to be healthy
• Why one night at the bar costs more than a month at most gyms
• The gas station burrito math and streaming service audit you might need
• Free alternatives that actually work—YouTube workouts, resistance bands, body weight training
• The future medical bills nobody's calculating and what it costs to miss playing with your grandkids

We're walking through honest conversation about real financial barriers while exploring accessible alternatives, the lie of "I'll do it at home," and why movement doesn't require equipment—it requires commitment. This is about examining where your money actually goes and deciding if you're worth the investment.

WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT: Multi-part Gym Confident workshop coming soon—covering all nine mental blocks, gym etiquette, and equipment basics. In-person (limited spots) and online. Message us to get on the list!

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Next in the series: Part 7 - "It Has to Be Perfect or Nothing" - Letting Go of All-or-Nothing