Let’s not sugarcoat it (unless we’re talking oats): fitting in exercise when you’re juggling work, home, hormones, and heaven-knows-what is… a lot. You start the week with the best intentions — “I’m going to move more, eat clean, maybe even foam roll like one of those Instagram wellness girls” — and then life says, “Ha! Cute.”
I get it. You’re not lazy. You’re just living in a constant state of life is happening, and gym selfies are not the priority. But here’s the thing: your body still needs movement — not to become a fitness model, but to carry you through all the chaos without breaking down. And no, you don’t need a strict workout plan or a neon matching set to make it work. You need small, doable moments that actually fit into your life — not the imaginary version where you wake up at 5am and meal prep like it’s your job.
Start small. I mean laughably small. Five minutes. One stretch. A walk around the block. Squats while the kettle boils. I’m not even asking you to break a sweat — just to break the inertia. Think of movement as something your body needs like food or sleep, not something extra you get around to if you’re feeling motivated (which, let’s be honest, is rare).
I treat workouts the same way I treat brushing my teeth. I don’t always feel like doing it, but I never regret it when I do. And I certainly don’t skip it for weeks because I missed one day. You don’t need to work out for an hour — you need to move regularly. That’s the deal.
“You don’t need more time. You need sneakier ways to move.”
— Tasha Unfiltered
“Discipline isn’t about punishment — it’s just the habit of showing up more often than not.”
Keep it Simple
Also, let’s get something straight — if you hate running, don’t run. If the gym intimidates you or just bores the life out of you, find something else. Dance in your kitchen. Use resistance bands in your lounge while your soup simmers. Walk and talk during voice notes. Exercise doesn’t have to be official. It just has to happen.
If you’re someone who likes structure (and you’re a bit further down the routine rabbit hole), I do a four-day strength plan that focuses on different muscle groups — legs, arms, back, chest — and I add a core move every day. Nothing fancy, nothing intense. It’s just consistent. And it works. Even better? You can do most of it at home in your 10-year-old tights with your hair in a top knot and headphones from 2008. That’s how I do it. No shame.
Let’s talk about those days where you don’t feel like it — maybe you’re exhausted
You don’t have to go hard. You just have to go.”
— Inspired by every busy woman who’s ever pushed through