Remember your “WHY”.

I’ve written before about motivation being fleeting. There are days we wake up and don’t want to workout. There are days when we don’t want to make the healthier food choice. It’s just inevitable that these moments will flare up. It’s only a matter of when. How you cope when the motivation is non-existent is where the discipline you’ve built comes in. A huge part of that discipline requires that you remember why you started on a health and fitness journey to begin with.

On our low-motivation days, it is crucial to reconnect with your “why”. Reflect back on what prompted you to embark on this journey. Are you shooting for better health, more energy to play with your kiddos, or the confidence that comes from feeling strong and capable? Whatever your reason, keep it at the forefront of your mind. A compelling “why” can drive you to take action, even when our enthusiasm wanes. And enthusiasm WILL wane.

Maybe a full workout feels overwhelming, break it down. Commit to 15 minutes and see what happens. Just get your shoes on and get moving—whether it’s a quick walk around your block or a few bodyweight exercises. More often than not, once you start, you’ll find that momentum builds, and you may actually end up feeling motivated to do even more. And if not? That’s perfectly okay too. Celebrate the fact that you showed up and honored your commitment to yourself. Remember, small steps matter and add up over time.