Back to Routine? How to Reset Your Fitness Without Starting Over

luke41364
Sep 1
2 min read

🧠 Let’s talk post-summer guilt

If you’ve eaten more ice creams than salads, missed your workouts, or feel like your body’s gone “soft” over summer, I’ve got two words for you:

Stop panicking.

September isn’t about punishment. It’s about progress. The temptation to dive into a crazy routine or juice cleanse is real — but that’s the fastest way to burn out.

Here’s a better approach that actually works for people with jobs, kids, stress, and not a lot of spare time.

🔁 Step 1: Ditch the “All or Nothing” Trap

So many people say,

“I’ll start when I’ve got more time,” “I need to detox first,” “I’ll train every day to catch up.”

Nope.

Those thoughts are why people quit by week two. Consistency isn’t about being perfect. It’s about turning up, even when life’s messy.

🛠️ Step 2: Rebuild your week with structure — not pressure

Try this formula:

✅ 2–3 strength-based training sessions (30–45 minutes max) ✅ One longer walk (or two short ones) ✅ Plan just 3 balanced meals ahead for the week ✅ Drink 2 litres of water per day

That’s plenty. If you nail this every week, results will follow — without burnout.

📅 Step 3: Plan like you’re busy (because you are)

Don’t leave it to chance. Put your workouts in your diary like appointments. Better yet — commit to a fitness class in Bridport where you’re expected to show up. Or invest in personal training in Bridport for complete accountability.