STick-to-itiveness

Spring is the perfect time to build a new routine. If you’ve just joined the gym, the most important habit to focus on is consistency.

Here are a few simple tips to help your new habit stick:

1. Start Small
Ambitious goals are great, but not if they stop you from getting started or leave you burned out after a few weeks. You don’t need to train four or five days a week. Instead, lower the bar and aim for just two workouts per week. If you stick with that, you’ll end up with over 100 workouts in a year — and that adds up.

2. Prioritize Consistency Over Intensity
Don’t go too hard, too fast. Start slow. If your workouts feel easy at first, that’s okay. You’re building momentum, and that momentum is what helps a habit stick. An easy workout is far better than no workout at all. I’ve seen too many people push themselves too hard early on and end up burned out or injured.

3. Be Kind to Yourself, Flexible and Adaptive
You will miss workouts — and that’s perfectly fine. The key is to get back to it on the next one. Don’t chase perfection; aim for progress and be adaptable.

4. Play the Long Game
The small choices you make each day add up over time. Focus on building sustainable habits rather than quick fixes. Consistency, patience, and moderation are what will get you to your goals.

Justin Miner
@justinminergain