06/09/2026
Stop relying on motivation.
Build a routine that lasts.
September can give us that little boost of energy.
This autumn I’m going to exercise more.
I’m going to get stronger.
I’m going to get back into a good routine.
But motivation comes and goes. And when the darker mornings, colder weather and busy weeks arrive, it can become much harder to keep going.
So don’t build your exercise routine around motivation.
👉 Build it around habits.
Choose a regular time to exercise.
Join a class where people expect you to show up.
Meet a friend for a walk, run or workout.
Find an indoor option for those cold, wet days.
And make it enjoyable, even if that means adding a good coffee afterwards. ☕️
And if pain or discomfort has made you think, “I can’t do that anymore,” try changing the question:
Instead of “Can I do it?” ask “How can I do it?”
Sometimes your body needs a different approach, a little more strength, or an adjustment to how you train, not necessarily for you to give up the activities you love.
Because training isn’t just about exercise.
It’s about keeping your body strong enough to continue doing the things you love. ❤️
So this autumn, don’t ask yourself how motivated you are today.
Ask yourself: What routine could I still be doing in November, January and March?
Astrid