Mario has missed a few workouts, after deciding to go out and have fun with his friends instead of following his physical fitness plan. What internal barriers does Mario seem to be suffering from?

Mario knows he has a fitness plan but chooses fun with friends instead, which suggests he is struggling with self-discipline. It also shows that choosing fitness feels difficult compared with the more appealing alternative. Nothing in the question suggests low self-esteem, lack of exercise knowledge, or unsafe places to work out.

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