Here are 5 no-nonsense tips to kickstart your fitness journey and make it stick:
Define Your “Why” (Beyond the Mirror): Don’t just say “I want to get fit.” Dig deeper. Do you want more energy for your kids? To improve your sleep? To run a 5k? Having a clear, personal, and non-emotional reason will be your anchor when motivation wanes.

Start Small, Stay Consistent: The biggest mistake? Going from zero to hero. You don’t need to commit to two-hour gym sessions seven days a week. Start with 20-30 minutes, 3-4 times a week. Consistency trumps intensity every single time.

Find Your “Movement Mojo”: Not everyone loves running, and that’s okay! Explore different activities. Try walking, dancing, cycling, swimming, bodyweight exercises, or a new fitness class. The key is to find something you can do regularly, not something you dread.

Schedule It Like a Non-Negotiable Meeting: You wouldn’t skip a crucial work meeting, right? Treat your workouts the same way. Block out specific times in your calendar. This routine helps remove the “should I or shouldn’t I?” debate.

Track Your Progress (Facts, Not Feelings): Don’t rely on how you “feel” you’re doing. Track your workouts, reps, sets, or distances. Seeing tangible progress, however small, is incredibly motivating and reinforces your commitment.

What’s YOUR biggest hurdle when starting a new routine, and how do you plan to overcome it with a NO FEELINGS approach? Share your strategies in the comments below!