This is about the time when many people begin quitting their New Year’s resolutions for getting fitter or building healthier habits. Warmer weather, social plans and packed schedules can make it harder to stay on track with workouts or your workout app. Before you know it, your plan for your healthiest year feels derailed. In some cases, it may seem easier to give up altogether. But what if you don’t have to?
In fact, it’s easier to give up on your goals if you think you need to be perfect all the time. In reality, consistency matters more — even sticking to your plan 80% or 85% of the time is enough. Consistency, not perfection, is what helps you maintain a routine without added pressure.
This is the formula I follow to avoid giving up on my workout goals halfway through the year. As a fitness expert, wife and working mom to
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