Has Fitness Has Felt Like a Struggle?

You’re not struggling because you’re lazy. You’re not struggling because you lack willpower. And you’re definitely not struggling because you’re too old.

You’ve struggled because what you were taught about fitness doesn’t work long-term.?

Here’s what’s really going on:

You’ve Been Stuck in an All-Or-Nothing Cycle

You start strong, full of motivation, following a plan. You push hard. Maybe it works for a while. But then…

• Life happens.
• Energy dips.
• Something hurts.
• You miss a workout (or three).

And suddenly, it feels like you’ve failed. So you stop. Then, weeks or months later, you “start over” again.

Sound familiar?

The Solution: You don’t need another restart—you need a sustainable practice. Progress isn’t about being perfect. It’s about consistently showing up, adjusting as needed, and staying in the game.

You’re Following Workouts Designed For Everyone

Most classes, programs, and advice are a one-size-fits-all approach. They may tell you what to do, but they don’t teach you how to adapt when:

• Your body doesn’t feel right.
• You’re low on energy.
• A movement isn’t working for you anymore.

If you’re constantly questioning, “Am I doing enough?” or “Am I doing this right?”—you may be following a plan that isn’t right for you.

The Solution: A physical practice – it evolves with you. It’s about learning to listen to your body, adjusting your training when needed, and staying engaged in the process instead of chasing a perfect program.

You’re Either Overdoing It or Not Doing Enough

Most people struggle because they’re caught between two extremes: Going too hard → leading to burnout, injury, and inconsistency. Not doing enough → leading to frustration, stalled progress, and feeling stuck.

You’ve likely been taught that more is better—but that’s not true. Strength, longevity, and resilience come from finding the right dose of training:

• Enough to challenge your body.
• Not so much that you’re always sore, exhausted, or constantly in “rehab” mode.

The Solution: Think of training like medicine. The right dose gets you the desired result. The right dose comes from managing the variables of training:

• Volume: is the total work performed, usually measured in sets, reps, and weight lifted. It can also be expressed as the total distance covered in endurance activities—think of it as "total work."?
• Intensity: refers to how hard you work during each session. It's often measured as a percentage of your maximum effort or repetition maximum (RM).?
• Frequency: refers to how often you train within a given time frame, such as per week or month.?
• Complexity: the coordination demand of an exercise or movement.

What I mean by “manage” the variables of training, we turn the dials up or down depending on our readiness.

I use my iPad as my training journal. At the bottom of the page, I rate my readiness at the beginning and Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) at the end by circling the appropriate number.

If I'm showing up with numbers between 2-6 and finishing with high numbers of 9 and 10, I need to turn the volume (how much) and/or intensity (how hard) down.

You’re Looking for Motivation

If you’re waiting to feel motivated, you’re going to keep waiting.

Motivation is unreliable. It fades. It’s usually externally driven and often temporary.? ? ? ? ? ? Inspiration, on the other hand, comes from within. Think about your “why” – that deep-seated purpose, cause, or belief that creates this spark inside of you.

The Solution: Focus on momentum. Show up, even on the “meh” days. Make movement non-negotiable, even if it’s small. When you feel resistance, lean in any way. Just a bit. That’s all it takes.?

You’re Trying to Fit Fitness Into Your Life Instead of Making It Part of Your Life

If working out feels like a task you have to squeeze into your already busy schedule, it’s no wonder it’s not sticking.

A sustainable physical practice isn’t something you add to your life—it’s something that supports it.

The Solution: Make it part of your identity.

• You’re not “trying to exercise more”—you’re a person who moves every day.
• You’re not “working out”—you’re building a body that will carry you through life.
• You’re not “trying to be consistent”—you just are.

The Bottom Line

You’re struggling because the old way of thinking about fitness—chasing perfection, following rigid programs, doing more instead of doing better—hasn’t worked.

And it never will.

But here’s the good news: You don’t need another intense workout plan or more motivation. You need a new approach—one that actually fits your life, evolves with you, and sets you up for long-term success.

That’s what I help people do.

Stay Connected & Keep Momentum

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Support makes all the difference.

Stay Curious, Not Critical – Progress isn’t about perfection. It’s about moving forward—one step, one rep, one small win at a time.

Let’s Talk – Not sure where to start? Let’s chat. No pitch, no pressure—just a conversation about what’s possible for you. Message me. I’m excited to hear from you.

Join the Stronger Second Half Community (coming end of March) – A space to connect, find your inspiration, stay motivated, and prove to yourself that strength isn’t in the past—it’s yours to cultivate.