You decided to exercise 5 times weekly with cardio, Pilates, weights, and stretching. By planning everything out, you know that you can make exercise a consistent habit. You also understand that you can make the time, but then stuff happens… you forget that you wanted to exercise, and suddenly it's dinner time, a meeting was rescheduled into your exercise time, and you tell yourself not now because you are busy and will work out later at some point. But then exercise never happens! You may think you're not cut out to be consistent with your exercise habits and lack willpower! Willpower is bullshit! Many of us struggle with exercise consistency, and that's normal. Unfortunately, with a schedule booked more than we like or not seeing results quickly enough, life gets in the way. If you are new to exercise, you might not like feeling sore and tired after exercise. Something that you didn't expect. There are many reasons why we are not consistent with our exercise habits. So instead of thinking that you're not cut out for staying consistent in your exercise, check out this week's simple ways to make your exercise program consistent. You can make exercise habits stick but remember to be patient and kind to yourself, recognizing that setbacks are a normal part of the journey toward consistency. Click here to listen! Rating, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts Heike’s insights on the Pursue Your Spark are so helpful in creating a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle”! ← If that sounds like you, consider rating and reviewing my show here! This helps me support more empty-nester moms 50+ – just like you – redefining their second half of life. Click here, scroll to the bottom, and select “Write a Review.” Then, let me know what you loved most about the episode!  There is always something new on the feed, and if you’re not following, there’s a chance you’ll miss out. Follow now!    Links mentioned in the show: Fasted + Fit Over 50 JumpStart  5 Healthy Habits That Can Change Your Life 5 Small Habits You Can Stick With 7 Effortless Ways To Sneak In Exercise Atomic Habits, James Cleary   For more episodes, click here.