I’ll admit it — I dropped the ball.
Remember that “87 Days to Thanksgiving” Holiday Fitness Countdown we started? The one where we were going to stay laser-focused on building structure and consistency before the holiday chaos hit?
Yeah, about that…
Somewhere between coaching sessions, client check-ins, and trying to squeeze in my own workouts, I blinked — and suddenly we’re only a few short weeks away from Thanksgiving. It happens. And if it’s happened to you too, trust me, you’re not alone.
But here’s the thing — falling behind doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’re human.
And the good news? There is still time to make progress before the holidays hit full force.
You Don’t Need a “Perfect” Plan — You Just Need to Start Again
A lot of people think they have to be perfect to see results. That’s a lie alot of people tell themselves. It’s a lie that is just plain laziness combine with some self-pity and low self-esteem.
You don’t need a 12-week challenge. You don’t need a crash diet. You don’t need to overhaul your life.
You just need to get moving again, one small habit at a time.
Because the truth is, progress happens through consistency, not intensity.
If you fell off your Holiday Fitness routine, start again – But start small.
- Go for a walk tonight instead of turning on Netflix.
- Do a few squats and push-ups before bed.
- Prep one healthy meal for tomorrow.
You don’t have to rebuild everything overnight — you just have to start again today.
Habit Stacking: The Secret Weapon for Building Consistency
Here’s a simple way to get your Holiday Fitness momentum back: habit stacking.
Habit stacking means linking a new healthy behavior to something you already do automatically.
For example:
☕ Stretch your body while your coffee brews.
💊 Take your vitamins right after brushing your teeth.
👟 Set your workout clothes out before bed.
These small “micro-anchors” make it easier to build new habits because you’re not fighting your routine — you’re upgrading it.
It might not feel like much at first, but these small actions compound over time. They become part of your identity — and that’s how lasting change happens.
Better to Take Two Steps Back After Ten Forward
If the last few months haven’t gone exactly how you planned, don’t sweat it.
We all stumble. We all get busy. Life happens.
But if you’ve built any momentum this fall — even just a few solid workouts, a couple healthy meals, or a few days of extra sleep — that progress isn’t lost.
Think of it this way: it’s better to take two steps back after walking ten forward than to never move forward at all.
So instead of beating yourself up, recommit. Refocus. Build your next few weeks around structure, healthy holiday fitness habits, and just showing up. Because when Thanksgiving rolls around, you’ll be grateful you did.
Still Time to Build Before the Holidays
There’s no better time to reset your holiday fitness than right now.
With a few weeks left before the holidays, you have a window of opportunity to make meaningful progress — not just physically, but mentally.
If you need a little help getting back on track, let’s talk. I’ve opened up a few rare personal training slots this fall, and they’re going fast.
👉 Book a Free No-Sweat Intro — let’s build your plan.
👉 Or follow along on Marble Valley Strength’s Facebook Page for tips, updates, and accountability.
You’ve got a few weeks left to put structure back in your life before the chaos of the holidays begins. Don’t waste it.
Let’s finish this year strong — together.
