But if they feel they are bad at something, or it is uncomfortable, they are likely to do less of it.
This is where they are lacking behind. Giving up is easy for them but not giving effort to improve is harder. I am blessed not to have this mentality. Trying and putting effort is right way to go.
Here in my village, the kids were still pretty active. They are much stronger and few have 6-packs abs, without joining any gym. They have natural body capable of doing anything.
I think it also comes with beneficial rewards outside of the result. I feel better about myself when I go to the gym, even if my body aches.
It used to be the norm. Now it is the exception in western countries at least.