As many embark on their New Year’s resolutions, personal trainer and strength coach Jason Frimpong from Lifetime Fitness shared practical advice on how to stay committed to fitness goals, even when motivation wanes.

Prioritize Discipline Over Motivation

He said while you may not always feel motivated to work out, but getting it done will make you feel better.

“Most people feel better leaving the gym. More than coming in, the hard part is getting there or waking up to get there,” Frimpong said.

Address Bad Habits

Identify what’s holding you back, like poor diet choices or skipping workouts, and tackle those issues first.

“The burden of performance does not care about your feelings,” Frimpong said.

Start Small

Take things one day at a time. Small, consistent actions add up over time.

Find Accountability

Work out with a friend, join a group, or hire a trainer. “Everybody needs help,” he said.

Find A Routine

Pack your gym bag in advance and plan your meals.

Stay Consistent

Create a plan, make a schedule, and stick to it. Don’t be afraid to embrace routine. “Boring stuff is the good stuff, a lot of people don’t know that,” Frimpong said.

Frimpong’s Words of Encouragement

“No matter how you feel, you gotta just continue to just take it day by one day at a time, month by month, week by week, year by year, and just keep going,” he said.

Frimpong can be found at Lifetime Fitness, where he works with clients three to four times a week. He encourages anyone looking to kickstart their fitness journey to reach out.