Why Is It So Difficult to Keep to My Exercise Regime?
An honest answer for the woman juggling it all.
Let’s call it what it is: Sticking to an exercise routine sounds simple on paper, but when you're balancing deadlines, meetings that could’ve been emails, family expectations, and maybe even that side hustle—movement is the first thing to get squeezed out.
So when you ask, “Why is it so hard to keep to my routine?” let me tell you right off the bat: it’s not because you’re lazy. You’re just tired. And overwhelmed. And possibly carrying more than your fair share.
Shall we unpack it?
You’re Not Just Busy—You’re Mentally Maxed Out
You may start the day intending to go for that 30-minute jog after work. But by the time 6pm rolls around, your brain is fried. Your body isn’t resisting the workout—it’s begging for rest. That “I’ll do it tomorrow” voice you hear? It’s your nervous system whispering, “Please don’t add one more thing to the to-do list.”