The Power of Compounding Results
Feb 27, 2025
by Corey Kissel
It seems that we often like to make things a little too complicated.
If change was simple, why aren't more people successful when they try to go in a different direction?
I think we often forget that simple works best.
But SIMPLE doesn't mean EASY.
Change is Hard.
That's why it is important that when you are trying to make a change, you start small.
Nearly as important, you must also understand that the small change you are making now will have compounding effects as it is layered on more change over time.
"Never underestimate the lasting change that comes from making small gains over sustained periods of time."
The biggest transformations come from layering these small, consistent habits that build momentum over time. Just like compound interest helps money grow exponentially, tiny health improvements stack up, creating massive results.
The 1% Rule: Tiny Improvements Add Up
Imagine improving just 1% each day. At first, it might not seem like much, but over time, these small changes multiply, leading to a completely new version of yourself. Instead of aiming for perfection, focus on simple, repeatable habits that make you just a little bit better each day.
James Clear, Author of Atomic Habits, writes the following:
"It is so easy to overestimate the importance of one defining moment and underestimate the value of making small improvements on a daily basis.
Meanwhile, improving by 1 percent isn’t particularly notable— sometimes it isn’t even noticeable—but it can be far more meaningful, especially in the long run. The difference a tiny improvement can make over time is astounding.
Here’s how the math works out: if you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you’ll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you’re done.
Conversely, if you get 1 percent worse each day for one year, you’ll decline nearly down to zero.
What starts as a small win or a minor setback accumulates into something much more.
It doesn’t matter how successful or unsuccessful you are right now. What matters is whether your habits are putting you on the path toward success.
Focus on getting 1 percent better every day."
Wow.
37 times better.
OR
37 times worse.
All from getting 1 percent better or worse each day over the span of one year.
Here’s how you can apply this principle across four key areas of your health, to IMPROVE:
1. Exercise: Move More, Stress Less
You don’t need to spend hours in the gym to see results. Start by taking a 10-minute walk after meals, stretching in the morning, or doing bodyweight exercises at home. Over time, you’ll build strength, endurance, and energy that spills into every area of your life.
2. Nutrition: Small Swaps for Big Wins
Rather than following extreme diets, focus on one small improvement at a time. Swap sugary drinks for water, add a serving of vegetables to your meals, or eat more protein to stay full longer. These small changes improve your metabolism, mood, and overall health.
3. Stress Management: Prioritize Your Mental Well-Being
Chronic stress impacts everything—from digestion to weight gain and sleep quality. Incorporating just 5 minutes of deep breathing, relaxation, or journaling daily can help you stay calm, focused, and in control.
4. Healthy Recovery: Sleep and Rest Matter
Rest is just as important as effort. A well-rested body recovers faster, burns fat more efficiently, and performs better mentally and physically. Set a bedtime routine, limit screen time before sleep, and aim for 7-9 hours of quality rest each night.
The Takeaway: Start Small, Stay Consistent
It’s not about making massive changes overnight—it’s about committing to small, sustainable habits that add up over time. Whether it’s exercising for 10 minutes, drinking more water, managing stress, or improving sleep, these tiny actions will lead to incredible transformations.
Allow me to leave you with one last quote...
"Every tiny gain you make is compounding, and you need not start with much to see mountainous growth over time."
Start today, stay consistent, and watch your results grow exponentially!
