The Steady Tortoise and the Wavering Hare: The Secret Key to Keeping Motivation Alive After Week 3

The Steady Tortoise and the Wavering Hare: The Secret…

Do you remember the old fable about the tortoise and the hare? Spoiler alert for those who’ve been living under a rock: the plodding tortoise wins the…

Hey there, Health Heroes!

Do you remember the old fable about the tortoise and the hare? Spoiler alert for those who’ve been living under a rock: the plodding tortoise wins the race. Why? Because he is consistent. Which brings us to today’s topic: The magic of tracking consistency after week three.

Let’s be real, we’ve all been the hare at some point. You know how it goes: One morning you wake up, pumped up with motivation, ready to tackle the world with your brand new workout gear, a shiny gym membership, and an Instagram-worthy meal plan. Fast forward three weeks later, and your running shoes are collecting dust, your gym key fob is lost somewhere in the abyss that is your bag, and the only running you’re doing is a Netflix marathon.

Sound familiar? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Science backs us up on this. Studies show that about 50% of people who start a new fitness regime give up within the first six months. That’s half of us falling off the fitness wagon, people!

Now, let’s talk about the magic of tracking consistency. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently called for a global expansion of midwifery models of care. You might be wondering what midwives and fitness have in common. It’s the concept of consistent tracking and personalized care.

Midwives are exceptionally good at keeping track. They monitor mamas-to-be closely, week by week, for months on end. This allows them to catch potential issues early, correct course when needed, and keep stress levels manageable. Exactly what we need for our fitness journey!

Tracking consistency is like your personal midwife for your health goals. It helps you stay on track (pun absolutely intended) and keeps you motivated when the novelty of new workout leggings wears off.

But how do you start tracking consistently? Do you need a fancy diary, a pricey personal trainer, or a degree in data analysis?

Enter SimpleFitness.ai – your friendly neighborhood health tracker. No hard selling here, just an honest introduction.

SimpleFitness.ai is like that friend who reminds you to drink water when you’re three glasses of wine deep on a Friday night. It keeps you on track, helps you celebrate your wins, and offers a supportive shoulder when you need it. With SimpleFitness.ai, you can easily keep track of your sleep, nutrition, workouts, and build sustainable habits. It’s your personal midwife for health goals!

And the best part? It fits right in your pocket. No need for a separate diary, personal trainer, or a PhD in data analysis. Just you, your goals, and an app that cares about your health as much as you do!

So, let’s be more tortoise and less hare. Remember, consistency is key. Whether you’re aiming for weight loss, better sleep, reducing stress, or more consistent exercise, remember to take it slow and steady. It’s not about the end goal, but the journey getting there.

Before I sign off, here’s your motivational nudge (or friendly kick in the pants): You CAN achieve your health goals. You’ve got this. You’re a tortoise in a world full of hares. So, lace up those neglected running shoes and start tracking your journey with SimpleFitness.ai.

Take that first step today – slow, steady, and consistent. Check out SimpleFitness.ai, and let the journey begin!

Until next time, stay healthy, stay happy, and stay consistent, my friends!

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I’m Thomas Panas, PhD

I am on a journey to live healthier and have made many small but substantial changes to my life towards longevity. They range from nutrition changes to sleeping and exercise experiments using various tools. In this blog I share some of my findings.

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