First off, I see you!
You want to lose weight, build strength, and finally stick to a workout routine. But life is chaotic. Between work, kids, and everything else on your plate, it feels impossible to prioritize fat loss, strength training, or even a simple workout without something else falling apart.
I’ve been there too-and I feel you. On a really deep level. As a mom of 5 I GET it.
You’re overwhelmed.
Unmotivated.
Pulled in too many directions.
Not sure where to start.
I remember feeling so clearly that something needed to change, but I wasn’t sure what.
I wanted to fit in those jeans again, wanted to feel good in my skin, but being consistent with working out was just so hard!
So, let’s simplify this. If I were your fat loss coach, here’s exactly what I’d tell you to do to make working out a habit—even as a busy mom.
Step 1: Establish Your Priorities
Before we talk about gym memberships or lifting weights, let’s talk about YOU.
What really matters to you, and why? If you say, “I want to lose weight,” dig deeper. Is it about confidence? Energy? Setting a good example for your kids? When you connect your workout routine to a real reason, it becomes easier to follow through.
Now, be honest—are your actions matching your goals?
If not, that’s okay! We’re about to fix that.
Some of us need proof to justify our goals to ourselves. Maybe you need to see the benefits of strength training for weight loss before committing. Maybe you need accountability (because let’s be real—some of us won’t do it unless someone is expecting us to). Whatever you need to help motivate you to your goals, go get it! Do the research, get the accountability (Psst-I can help with that!)
But here’s a truth I’ve learned:
The things that truly matter in your life should come FIRST.
Once I let go of the pressure to do everything and focused only on what mattered, my life became calmer. Is your life peaceful? If not, what do you need to remove or rearrange to get it there?
Step 2: Get a Gym Membership (Yes, Even If You’re Nervous)
The best way to commit to something? Put money on it.
I get it. Maybe you’ve paid for a membership before and never used it. Maybe you’re afraid this time won’t be different.
But let me ask you this: Were you relying on willpower alone? This time, we’re not doing that. This time, we’re building a system.
Willpower fades, but habits and routines will carry you through even when motivation is gone.
Step 3: Start With ONE Strength Training Workout a Week
Alright, so you got that gym membership, and you’re ready to go all in. You want to hit the gym five days a week, lift heavy, and transform overnight.
But let’s be honest.
If you’re used to quitting, we need to start small so you don’t burn out.
Commit to one strength training workout per week—that’s it. If you work outside the home, try a weekend workout. If you’re home with kids, find a morning that works.
Real lifestyle change happens slowly. That’s why in my program, Fit Lifestyle in a Box, I drip out lessons week by week and focus on creating habits week by week instead of learning everything at once. We don’t overhaul your life overnight. Instead, we build consistency step by step so it actually sticks.
And, if you’re new to the gym and don’t know where to start, I’ve got something for you—my No Fear Weight Room Tour!
This video walks you through the main weight room equipment and how to set it up for key lifts, so you can walk in confidently instead of feeling lost.
Final Advice: Progress Over Perfection
You’re going to fail sometimes. We all do. But it’s how you fail that matters.
Perfection isn’t the goal—progress is.
So here’s your action item: Commit to one gym session this week. Just one. Then, we’ll build from there.
You’ve got this. And I’m here to help you every step of the way!
-Rachel
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