How to Stick with Your Training Routine
In today's episode, we're discussing how to maintain a strength and conditioning routine for the long haul. Thank you for joining me today. I appreciate the time you've dedicated, and I hope you gain valuable takeaways for your routine.
Main Takeaways:
Allow for Messing Up
Action Step: Shift your mindset from perfection to progress. Recognize that it's okay to miss a workout or enjoy a treat without guilt. Embrace flexibility and be kind to yourself when plans change.
Research: Self-compassion improves resilience and adherence to health behaviors (Kristin Neff). Allowing for slip-ups can prevent the all-or-nothing mentality and reduce the risk of burnout (Journal of Clinical Psychology).
Ask for Support
Action Step: Seek support by hiring a coach, joining a fitness community, or leaning on friends and family. Engage with others who share your goals to stay motivated and accountable.
Research: Social support positively impacts exercise adherence (Journal of Behavioral Medicine). People are more likely to stick with exercise routines when they have a strong support system (American Journal of Health Promotion).
Understand That Motivation Will Wane
Action Step: Build discipline and habits to sustain you when motivation is low. Set realistic, achievable goals and focus on the long-term benefits of your routine.
Research: Intrinsic motivation is more sustainable than extrinsic motivation (Self-Determination Theory by Deci and Ryan). Developing consistent habits can bridge the gap during periods of low motivation (European Journal of Social Psychology).
Adjust and Adapt the Plan
Action Step: Flexibility in your training plan is key to accommodating life’s changes. Adapt workouts to your current energy levels, stress, and circumstances. Allow for modifications rather than skipping workouts entirely.
Research: Adaptability in exercise plans leads to better long-term adherence (International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity). Personalized adjustments to training can prevent injuries and improve overall outcomes (Sports Medicine Journal).
Conclusion:
Sticking with a strength and conditioning plan for life requires patience, self-compassion, support, and adaptability. Allow yourself to mess up, seek support, understand that motivation will wane, and adjust the plan as needed. These strategies will help you achieve long-term success.
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Kathrine Bright
My passion is to help women in all stages of life to be strong and confident in their bodies. I specialize in prenatal and postpartum fitness to seasoned mothers. I do not specialize in one-size-fits-all routines. I customize exercises and workouts to meet my clients where they are at. I pride myself in having a working relationship with my clients where I ensure a program design that will fit seamlessly into their busy and demanding lifestyles.