Commitment to Yourself

How To Stay Committed To Your Fitness Journey

Everyone knows exercise is good for you, there are SO many benefits to exercising and moving. Enhanced cardiovascular health, weight management, improved mood, and reduced risk of chronic diseases (ex: diabetes and certain cancers), strengthens muscles and bones, boosts energy levels, improves sleep quality, and supports mental health by reducing anxiety and stress. But keeping on track in our fitness journeys can feel difficult sometimes – one slip up in consistency, missed workouts, and you find yourself back at the starting line, often feeling deflated. We often feel the exhilaration of starting anew, but this can frequently be followed by the familiarity of old habits creeping back in.

To break this cyclical pattern, we must create strategies to combat lack of motivation, time, stress of life, etc. 

Commit to consistency

Consistent people are committed people. Committed means to be loyally bound, dedicated, or obligated, as under a solemn pledge or promise. When we commit to ourselves, we promise to take care of ourselves. We prioritize our health and wellness. 

Schedule It

Treat your workouts or movement breaks as an important, non-negotiable appointment, just like a work meeting or doctor's visit.

Prepare for it

Set out your workout clothes, shoes, or gear the night before to reduce friction and act as a visual prompt. Create a better sleep routine to get to bed earlier to ensure you can wake up early to get to class. Not a morning person? That’s ok, don’t force it if you aren’t – you’re less likely to come and won’t build consistency that way. Adjust your expectations and come to classes later in the day or get moving in the afternoon. 

Have a back up plan 

If you couldn’t make it to class – things happen and sometimes it may not be possible due to time, other things have to be prioritized, etc. – have a backup plan. Go for a walk or run later in the day, do an at home workout, SOMETHING that gets you up and moving. A little movement is better than no movement at all. 

Set Realistic Goals

Start SMALL to avoid burnout and not feel overwhelmed. It's better to show up for 15 minutes of moving consistently than to aim for an hour and skip it every time. What are small things you can consistently start doing. 

Celebrate Small Wins

Tied to setting small goals to start. Celebrate the small successes and consistency you build. Recognize that putting on your sneakers and showing up is a success in itself, regardless of how intense the workout was.

Get Help

Find accountability in friends, community, etc. Part of the reason we love group classes is accountability and support. Find a buddy in class who can keep you accountable. 

Focus on Consistency

Showing up on days you do not feel like it—when you are tired, busy, or whatever else feels like it gets in the way—is what truly builds discipline and confidence. We have to take an honest look at how often we are prioritizing ourselves and movement. If we are falling short on our goals, not showing up for ourselves enough, we need to start making small changes to build that consistency. 

We’re committed to YOU and want to see you achieve your goals, get healthy and strong. It’s about creating a life where movement is automatic, joyful, and sustainable for you. Some days will be easy, some will be tough, but each time you show up, you’re proving to yourself that you can do this. We believe in you and we got you!!