When it comes to fitness, most people think they are not doing enough. But in reality, a lot of the time, you might be doing things that are actually holding you back.
Progress is not just about what you add in. It is also about what you need to fix.
Here are 10 simple ways you could be sabotaging your own progress:
- Being inconsistent
You cannot expect results if you are only “on track” a few days a week. Your body needs repetition to adapt to workouts and routines. When you skip days often or constantly restart, you are not giving yourself enough time to build strength, endurance, or see physical changes. As mentioned by Fitz in her new book, You. Supercharged! the key to becoming truly fit lies in the four pillars of fitness: muscular strength, cardiorespiratory endurance, flexibility, and balance. Learn more about this and the F.I.T.T principle in Chapter 8 of You! Supercharged. - Expecting quick results
You will not see major changes in a week or two. When you expect that, it is easy to get discouraged and give up too early. - Not tracking anything
If you are not paying attention to your workouts or what you are eating, you are just guessing. That usually leads to slower or no progress. - Doing too much, too soon
Going from doing nothing to working out every day or drastically cutting calories might feel like you are being disciplined, but it is usually not sustainable. This often leads to burnout, fatigue, or giving up completely. A slower, more realistic approach is what actually lasts. - Underestimating your calorie intake
Little things add up. Snacks, drinks, sauces, and even small bites throughout the day all contribute to your total intake. It is easy to overlook these, but they can make a big difference, especially if your goal is weight loss. - Changing your routine too often
Switching workouts every week might feel exciting, but it makes it harder to actually improve and get stronger. - Relying on motivation
You are not going to feel motivated every day. If you only show up when you feel like it, you will not stay consistent. - Not prioritizing sleep
Sleep plays a big role in how your body performs and recovers. When you are not getting enough rest, you may feel more tired during workouts, have less energy throughout the day, and struggle to stay consistent. It also makes it harder to stay on track with your eating habits. - Comparing yourself to others
What works for someone else might not work for you. Everyone is on a different timeline, even if it does not look like it. - Letting one bad day turn into a bad week
One off day will not ruin your progress. But letting it spiral into multiple days is what actually sets you back. Progress comes from getting back on track.
At the end of the day, you will never find the perfect routine or eating plan. If you can fix even a few of these habits, you will start to see progress..
