Hey there. If you’ve ever struggled to stick with a fitness plan, it might not be because the plan is too hard. It might be because you don’t actually know where you’re starting from. Too many people jump into programs based on what someone tells them to do without understanding their own habits first. And when it doesn’t work, they feel frustrated and stuck.
Before you set any fitness goals or follow any program, you need to gather baseline information. You need to understand your day-to-day habits before making any big changes.
Track Without Changing a Thing
For two weeks, simply observe and record. No adjustments. No trying to “be good.” Just collect data on:
✔️ Food Intake – Track your meals using an app like MyFitnessPal, Weight Watchers, or even a simple notebook. The goal is to see what you actually eat, not what you think you should eat.
✔️ Sleep – Note when you go to bed and when you wake up. If you use a sleep tracker, great. If not, just record the basics.
✔️ Workouts – Log how often you exercise and for how long. The type of workout doesn’t matter at this stage.
This gives you real-life information about where you are right now. It also helps you see patterns—how stress, busy days, or lack of preparation affect your routine.
Set Goals That Make Sense for You
Once you have your baseline data, you can set realistic goals. Instead of trying to overhaul everything at once, you can make small, targeted adjustments in these areas:
Nutrition – Are you skipping meals? Eating too little protein? Drinking enough water?
Exercise – Are you getting enough movement? Do your workouts match your schedule?
Sleep – Are you getting enough rest, or is sleep an afterthought?
From here, you build weekly goals tied to minimum daily actions. I talk about this all the time—start small, hit your daily minimums, and aim to exceed them when possible.
Evaluate and Adjust Every Few Weeks
Every two to four weeks, check your progress. Look at:
✔️ Weight (if that’s a goal for you)
✔️ Progress photos
✔️ Waist measurements
Then, adjust based on what’s working and what’s not. This keeps your plan flexible and personalized instead of forcing yourself into something that doesn’t fit your life.
Know Where You Are Before You Start
If you’ve struggled to stay consistent, the problem isn’t lack of willpower. It’s lack of information. Get your baseline first, then build a plan that actually works for you.
Let me know how this approach helps you! And if you want support in setting realistic, sustainable goals, join