Let me be real with you.
Even as a coach, there are seasons where my consistency has taken a hit.
Not because I don’t value fitness. Not because I don’t want to be better.
But because…life.
Life can be unpredictable at times. Unforeseen things come up, mismanagement of my time, getting sick, obligations you name it.
And when I haven’t planned ahead, everything else feels harder.
Stress hits harder, feels heavier. My energy dips.
Even my patience takes a hit, at work, at home, in relationships.
So I understand.
🦠 Sickness? That’ll throw you off quick.
Nothing worse than not feeling your best.
This one hits me a few times a year.
It can derail your routine quick.
But here’s what I’ve found and some good news: the more consistent I’ve been in the gym and with healthy eating patterns, the faster I bounce back.
I get sick less often, recover faster, and don’t spiral or drag it out.
Do you notice that too?
🤯 Life Interrupts All of Us.
Let’s name a few things that get in the way:
- Travel
- Kids’ sports
- Work
- Unexpected illness
- Family responsibilities
- Mismanagement of schedule
- Not planning when I’ll work out and become too tired, overwhelmed at end of day (hello couch)
All of these are real.
They’re part of life.
So the question becomes: how do we build buffers around them?
🔧 Real Tactics That Work:
1. Create a Non-Negotiable Schedule
“I go to the gym Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday.”
That’s it. No decision fatigue. You’ve already decided.
2. Anchor to the Same Time
“I hit the 6:30am classes.”
Or
“I’m with Coach Abby at 7:30am.”
Same time = less mental resistance.
3. Set a Weekly Commitment
“I train 3x a week no matter what.”
Doesn’t matter which days—what matters is the follow-through.
4. Zoom Out: Think Monthly
Maybe your life is busy. Great—set a goal of 9–12 classes per month.
That builds consistency without perfection.
🧠 If You’re Relying on Motivation?
Motivation is fickle.
It’s here today, gone tomorrow.
It’s not something we can rely on.
This includes being motivated by what you see the workout could be (if that’s you)
Ie: If you’re skipping days because the workout includes running…
Or burpees…
Or “you just don’t feel like it”…
It’s time to upgrade your mindset.
💬 What Our Most Consistent Members Say:
✅ “I don’t even look at the workouts. I just show up. That’s the most important thing.”
– Not cherry-picking. No falling off. No excuses.
✅ “I plan my workout days and schedule other things around them.”
– Treat your workout like an appointment with your future self.
✅ “I reframed my gym time as self-care—not selfish. I need that hour 3+ times a week for my mental health and to show up as a better mom and person.”
– For parents especially, this is huge. When you take care of you, everyone benefits.
✅ “It doesn’t even matter what the workout is, it is always a FANTASTIC experience and training at Railroad.”
– Not relying on the workout-yet-the knowing that showing up I will get better.
✅ “I HAVE to hit my 3-4 days per week. If I don’t I do not feel my best, mentally, emotionally. Plus I just love seeing everyone and the coaches too!”
– Priorities. We may not give enough credit for the power of the mental and emotional release we get from consistent movenent.
Final Thought:
Consistency isn’t about being perfect.
It’s about showing up more than you don’t.
It’s about building a rhythm that supports your energy, health, and life—even when things get messy.
It’s not about needing or relying on motivation.
It’s about having a system.
You create yourself a standard.
So—what’s one shift you can make this week to create more consistency?