When the going gets tough, the tough get going
Meaning: said to emphasize that when conditions become difficult, strong people take action and do not despair (Can be used to encourage someone to take action)
Example: The football team was losing the game, so at half time the coach reminded them that when the going gets tough, the tough get going.
Example: The football team was losing the game, so at half time the coach reminded them that when the going gets tough, the tough get going.