I flooded my car and popped a tire in 24 hours...

Let me tell you about my week.

It started with a storm—literally.

Someone had warned me to move my car inside because hail was coming to Austin. I ignored it. No big deal, I thought.

But when I walked outside to finally move it I had realized I had left my sunroof open 😳 and opened my car door, it was like opening the door to a fish tank, with some hail sprinkled in. My seats were soaked. Everything was flooded.

I honestly laughed for a second as I drove my car to the underground lot....def a bit frustrated with myself..

Just when I thought I had shaken it off, I got into my (still-damp) car the next day… and realized one of my tires was flat.

And then.. I honestly let it ruin my day..

Not just the moment.
Not just the morning.
But the whole damn day.

Because I had plans. I had a to-do list. I had energy. And then life interrupted.

And the truth? I let the flat tire and flooded seats dictate how I felt. I gave away my power. I spiraled into irritation and disappointment.

But here’s where things started to shift.

My friend came over and showed me how to plug the hole in the tire, there was a huge nail sticking out of it—something I had never done before. I patched it. Myself. And I realized…

There was so much I could do.

The weather? I couldn’t control that.
The storm? Couldn’t stop it.
But I could choose how I responded next.

And that’s when the bigger lesson clicked:

So often, the things that derail us aren’t the “big” things—they’re our expectations.

We plan to do 10 things in a day.
We expect ourselves to be perfect.
We imagine a clear path with no setbacks.
And when life does what life does… we crumble.

But what if it’s not about perfection?
What if it’s about progress?

Later that week, I hopped on a call with a group of clients.

They were feeling the same things.

Overwhelmed. Burnt out. Trying to juggle caregiving, work, home, health—and feeling like they’re failing at all of it.

One woman said, “I just don’t know how to do it all. I feel like I’m losing myself.”

I asked her, “Are you trying to create perfect balance—or work-life integration?”

She paused.
Then she said, “Oh. That’s a better way to put it.”

Integration  isn’t about doing it all.
It’s about integrating what matters.
It’s about choosing one small thing you can win at—today.

This showed up again in my own world.

My speaker coach told me, “Plant 20 seeds a day. Reach out to 20 event planners.”

And while I knew it was good advice, I froze.

Twenty felt like too much. I started spiraling. Overthinking. Feeling behind.

She saw it in my eyes and said,
“Angela—what if we just start with two?”

That clicked.
Because two felt doable.
And doable meant I could win.

When you feel stuck, it’s not because you’re incapable.
It’s usually because the bar you’re trying to jump is so high you can’t see the first rung of the ladder.

So lower the bar.
Take one step.
Then another.

Set yourself up to WIN! 

You don’t need to jump from 0 to 100.

This applies to everything:
Your mindset.
Your goals.
Your fitness.
Your emotions.

You’re not going to go from flat-tire-meltdown to motivational-magic in 10 minutes. But maybe you can…

• Make a cup of coffee.

• Text a friend.

• Send one email.

• Do one pull-up hang.

That’s momentum.
That’s what builds strength.
That’s what keeps you in the game.

So if you’re in the thick of it right now, here are your steps:

Actionable Steps to Move Forward (Even When You Don’t Feel Like It)

1. Pause the spiral.
Feel your feelings. Don’t rush them. But stop them from spiraling. Acknowledge: “This is a moment. It’s not forever.” Set a deadline on it, you don't need to be stuck their forever! 

2. Take one small step.
Not ten. Not the “perfect” one. Just a simple, clear win. What would make you feel a little better today?

3. Lower the bar.
If your goal feels paralyzing, it’s too big. Shrink it. Make it simple enough to start. One small step will get you closer to your goal than you think.

4. Celebrate the tiny wins.
Plugging a tire. Hanging from a pull-up bar. Reaching out to two people. These wins matter more than you think.

5. Ask the question.
“What if it all goes right?”
And mean it.
Because it could.

Here’s What’s New This Week:

Free Pull-Up Workshop:
Join me for a LIVE, powerful session on how to start your pull-up journey—physically and mentally. We also have an option to upgrade to get even more trainings + have a chance to win a FULL Scholarship to our Pull-up Revolution Program 

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New Podcast Episodes:

Episodes of What If It All Goes Right? are live - remember when you leave a review, screen shot a picture of it and send it to me I will give you a free mindset tool kit! www.angela-gargano.com/podcast 

Speaking Events 2025:
Now booking keynote talks, leadership workshops, and team sessions for the year ahead. Know someone planning an event? Let’s connect. www.angela-gargano.com/speaking 

FREE Pull-up Workshop for Women 35+  💪🏼

I had a doctor come up to me and thank me for the work I am doing with the Pull-up Program. Because the pull-up isn't just about the skill. Its about increasing grip strength, overhead mobility and helping women feel powerful in their bodies again. 

The TOP indicator of overall health and longevity is Grip Strength and one of the TOP issues this doctor sees with women is that their overhead range of motion is lacking.

So this Workshop is for the women who are READY! Ready to do something they thought was impossible and improve the heck out of their lives! 

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Will YOU be the next success story?! 

Trisha is strong! At 66 years old, she works out and takes care of herself, but she had a goal of getting a pull-up before her 67th birthday. 

She joined Pull-Up Revolution which is specifically designed for women and got her pull-up in 4 days! Just WOW!

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Meet Jocelyn—From 0 to 10 Pull-Ups 💪

Jocelyn was no stranger to fitness. She worked out consistently for years, built a strong foundation for herself and her family, and made fitness a priority. Yet, despite being healthy and strong, she still couldn’t achieve a single pull-up.

She wanted it badly, but it just wasn’t happening.

What Jocelyn didn’t realize is that the pull-up is a full-body movement—and there’s a specific pathway to achieve that goal for women.

That’s why I created the Pull-Up Revolution Method. As a 6x Ninja Warrior, I’ve worked with hundreds of women just like Jocelyn to crack the code. It’s not about size, age, or biology. It’s about a method that works.

Jocelyn decided to give it a shot, and not only did she get her first pull-up… she achieved 10 pull-ups. 🎉

Now, as one of our Pull-Up Revolution Coaches, Jocelyn is helping women just like her achieve what once felt impossible.

This isn’t just about fitness—it’s about creating strength, confidence, and independence in your life. 

Are you ready to get stronger and leaner to gain muscle and finally get that elusive pull-up?! Now is your chance!

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What if it all goes right?!

The Perfect Keynote for Professionals, Teams, and Organizations

What if, instead of fearing the worst, you envisioned the best? What could you accomplish if you embraced every challenge as an opportunity? How might your team grow if they learned to see setbacks as stepping stones? We all face obstacles, uncertainty, and pressure—but not everyone knows how to turn these experiences into fuel for success. That’s where Angela Gargano steps in.

As a 6x American Ninja Warrior, fitness coach, and resilience expert, Angela has seen both sides of the journey—triumphant wins and crushing defeats. She’s known the frustration of setbacks, from tearing her ACL on national television to battling her way back to peak performance. Through it all, she developed a powerful mindset that not only helped her return stronger but also allowed her to thrive. Angela shares this mindset with audiences worldwide, showing them how to embrace their struggles, shift their perspectives, and take control of their lives.

What If It All Goes Right? is based on Angela’s R.I.G.H.T Framework: a powerful 5-step process designed to equip individuals and teams with the tools to overcome challenges, embrace change, and achieve extraordinary results. This keynote isn’t just about surviving tough times; it’s about using those moments to unlock new levels of strength, confidence, and potential. When you shift your mindset, you can unlock a world full of possibility and positivity. 

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PWRLift 

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I used to have a TON of supplement bottles... and I was taking a ton of stuff I "thought" I needed...until now.. I am pumped that I found Joiwellness! 

1-First you get your blood taken (you can do this at a local lab corp)

2-Then they do a full reading on all your levels! I got a FULL panel so I could see hormones, nutritions etc that I needed! 

3-THEN over a virtual Zoom call a doctor goes over your panel WITH you so you can understand what is going on in your body!

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They come in this cute little packet sot they are easy to travel with and it makes taking your supplement so easy so you CAN stay consistent with it! 

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MEMORE

So you might be seeing me post a lot about Memore green powder lately! And that's because its not only an amazing quality green product but it also has 100% Serving of Greens (most products only have 25%), it taste great warm & cold AND... DRUM ROLL PLEASE.. its actually affordable lol most green packets are so expensive its annoying haha 

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Slate Milk 

You might see me drinking Slate Milk on my Stories on Instagram! I am OBSESSED! I am currently LOVING the Vanilla Latte AND French Vanilla Flavor! 

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Had a LOT of request from you all about the Strong Feel Good Merch! 

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Sale Ends March 7th 

Hoodies, Tanks, Shirts 

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Oura Ring! 

I have been using it to track my sleep, my HRV and also help with tracking my cycle. So many people are DIFFERENT with their energy levels and readiness! You can use this as data to determine what would be best for you specifically! I think it's much better than the Whoop! I think right now they have $50 off their Rose Gold Ring!  

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Pull-up Bar, Bands, Liquid Chalk 

I keep getting asked about the equipment I use for pull-up! My at home bar is affordable, easy to use and sturdy! I also have a great recommendation for Assisted Pull-up Bands & Liquid Chalk! 

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I have Bunions...gross right? These toe spacers are great! I wear them every morning to help keep my toes in alignment and prevent and other issues! Its basically like a retainer for your toes! 

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 Red Light Therapy! 

Here is the Red light I am currently using! I will post more on benefits soon! 

I particular use it to help with my circadian rhythm! It also has anti-inflammatory and anti aging properties! 

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