Fitness feels like an all or nothing type of scenario. It can feel like one unexpected change can deter any progress you have made. As someone who experienced an accident that led me to restarting my fitness journey, I can tell you that it is possible to start over without all the pressure of perfection.

Restarting your fitness routine and journey isn’t meant to feel complicated. Most of the time, it is about creating a healthy routine that fits your lifestyle and goals.

Restart Slowly

One of the mistakes people make when starting over on their fitness journey is diving back in at 100%. This is not sustainable for a lifestyle routine.

Instead, rebuild your momentum slowly first.

Try:

• 20-minute workouts in your community fitness center

• Daily walks outside

• One healthier meal choice a day

• Make bedtime earlier

• Stretch while watching TV

Consistency over intensity works almost every time!

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Find the Routine That Works For You

Sometimes the problem is not your motivation. It can be that your routine stopped being realistic.

To name a few:

• Workouts were too intense

• Life became more hectic

• Your goals changed

• Unexpected accidents occurred

• You got bored

Fitness routines should evolve with your lifestyle, even when unexpected circumstances try to fight against them.

Create Fun Around Fitness

Fitness does not have to be such a serious, regimented activity. As you ease back into your routine, make it fun!

Try:

• Dance Classes

• Hiking

• Pilates

• Strength training

• Walking

• Biking

• Recreational Sports

• Classes

The best routines are the ones you want to continue each week! Try to find your rhythm.

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Focus on Energy and Feeling

A reset should make you feel stronger and more energized and not weigh you down with guilt or stress. Creating a new routine should bring you more confidence, self-respect, and love for what you can do!

Keep it Simple

You do not need a highly rigorous workout schedule or fancy meals. Start small and simple to create sustainability.

Try:

• A quick 20-minute workout in your community’s fitness center.

• Preparing a healthy lunch for your work week

• Set your alarm 15 minutes earlier for bedtime and wake up.

• A planner to track your changes

Creating structure in small doses will help with the longevity of your goals.

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Life can throw us some curveballs. Find confidence in knowing it is okay to restart and that there is no timeline for the perfect routine.

Check out your nearest Camden Community to restart in a new home!