Atlanta Fitness Influencers and Experts Share Their Tips for a Routine Refresh

Much like the weather, our bodies go through seasons of their own. With the changing of our clocks, many of us find ourselves changing our healthy habits–spring cleaning our health and fitness routines. Whether fine-tuning diet or exercise, it all comes down to short-term goals, consistency and choosing habits you actually enjoy. Below we chat with Atlanta fitness influencers and experts to get their tips for refreshing your routine.

If your fitness progress has plateaued or you’re feeling directionless, receiving a body composition scan from somewhere like STAT Wellness can give you newfound direction. This deep dive into what’s happening inside your body and what it needs can help you adjust your routine to work better for you.

A change in mindset can make all the difference in keeping your resolutions or goals. When you are tempted to quit or give up, take a moment to say out loud, “I’m keeping this promise to myself, because I am worth it.” Putting your self-worth at the center of your actions makes it harder to give up.

Find what lights you up! I enjoy boxing at Rumble Boxing Alpharetta, yoga at The Yoga Loft and pickleball. The power of boxing, the mobility from yoga and the quick moves from pickleball make an exciting combo I never get bored of.

For women, your body is likely to respond to workouts differently during each phase of your menstrual cycle. When energy is high during my follicular or ovulatory phase, I like to hit Pepper Boxing and Rudi’s HIIT 45 at The Daily Pilates. When energy is lower during my luteal and menstruation phases, I really enjoy hot Pilates and slow stretching. By honoring the natural hormonal changes in my body, I have noticed reduced inflammation and enhanced muscle definition.

This is absolutely key for proper nourishment, which allows me to be my best self. When it comes to fueling myself and my workouts I don’t count calories, I instead eat for energy, health and longevity.

A little extra help never hurts! To make sure my body is getting what it needs after demanding workouts, I like to integrate IV therapy into my routine at least once a month. While IV therapy blends vary on your goals, I always recommend adding in NAD+ supplementation for longevity.

Plan rituals of self-care to go along with your workouts. Whether that means heading to the sauna after your workout or enjoying your favorite smoothie pre-workout. Creating positive correlations with your routine will make it easier to adhere to.

Establish a routine that works for your schedule and stick to it. Treat your workouts as non-negotiable appointments you can’t and won’t miss.

Find activities that resonate with you and bring you happiness in order to make fitness an enjoyable part of your lifestyle. When you love what you do, staying motivated becomes a natural part of your journey that’s fulfilling rather than a chore.

Feel stuck in a rut? The solution might be as simple as a good night’s sleep. Although individual sleep requirements vary, at least 7-9 hours of sleep is recommended each night. If your mind is rested and sharp, you can attack anything to maximum potential.

Set lots of goals, with a HUGE emphasis on short-term goals. I recommend short-term goal check-ins every four weeks. Once you’ve evaluated your progress, necessary adjustments can be made to ensure timely progression toward long-term goals.

We must stay consistent if we plan to achieve our goals. Once a solid exercise and nutritional plan is in place, we must fully trust the process and stay locked in for our ultimate goal to be achieved!