How I Finally Got Consistent with Exercise

By Gareth Hobbs Published On April 18, 2025

For 20 years, I was sporadic with exercise. No results. Just excuses.

Recently, I cracked it. Here’s what worked:

1. Motivation Isn’t Enough

Motivation comes and goes. Discipline is steady. Commit to the routine, even when you don’t feel like it.

2. Make It a Habit, Not a Choice

Deciding daily whether to exercise? Too many variables. Make fitness automatic—a lifestyle, not a debate.

3. Find the Time

Excuse: “I don’t have time.” Reality: Wake up earlier. I shifted from 7 a.m. to 5 a.m.—gained 14 productive hours per week. Boom.

4. Pick a Location You Love

I thrive in nature. The scenery, the fresh air, the privacy—exercise becomes a reward, not a chore.

5. Keep It Simple

Focus narrowly. Life is busy; complexity kills consistency. Simple routines stick.

6. Make It Fun

I grab a coffee on the drive to my workout spot. Music playing. Anticipation building. Small joys = big motivation.

7. Picture the Fat You Don’t Want

Visualize visceral fat pressing against your organs, not just hanging outside. It’s a surprisingly strong motivator.

8. Physique Matters

Like it or not, appearance affects attraction. Fitness isn’t vanity—it’s confidence, energy, and presence.

9. Gear Smartly

Weighted vest, ankle weights, kettlebell. Apple Watch for tracking. Music offline. Keep pockets light. Right tools = easier workouts.

10. Grow Your “Rabbit Ears”

Challenge yourself with bigger weights. Notice people asking, “Training for something?” You’re no longer exercising—you’re training. Motivation everywhere.

Consistency is possible. Start small, stay disciplined, enjoy the process—and watch your results stack up.