This is where your plan takes shape (Nerd Fitness Challenge)

(This is part 2 of our Nerd Fitness Challenge series – designed to help you build lasting fitness habits. You can read Part 1 here.

In the last stepYou’ve identified the things that usually get in your way when you’re trying to stay consistent.

Now we will use this information to choose one Start plan – not your “forever.”

In the video below I explain how to choose:

• A training focus
• And a optional nutritional focus

That’s it. Two things, max.

Here is the key idea to keep in mind when making this decision:

We build consistency First.

We can always upgrade later if things feel too easy.

VIDEO LINK

How to choose (brief summary)

Training sessions

• Look at your schedule and decide how many short workouts per week are realistic
• Write: “I will exercise ___ times per week.”

Nutrition (optional)

• Choose a focus.
• Aim 5 times a weeknot every day
• Write: “I will focus on ___ 5x per week.”

Five times a week gives you flexibility and momentum.

If you’re wondering, “What exactly should I choose?”

Here are the most common starting points we recommend:

For workouts

For nutrition

• Add protein to meals
• Add fruits or vegetables to meals
• Or create a short nutrition log to get a baseline (written, photos, app, etc.).

You don’t need the “best” option – just the one you’re most likely to stick with.

Your action step

Fill out Section 2: Core Practices To the worksheet.

Choose your training focus. Optionally select a dietary habit. Write them down.

From here it’s your job Do that thing. Complete a section of the tracking ring each time you complete a workout or your nutrition focus.

Later, we’ll talk about how to deal with the days when things don’t go according to plan—and how to adjust to them when that feels easier.

– Matt