Some days, making healthy happen can feel like a daunting challenge, especially if you don’t know where to start. That’s why Anytime Fitness is here to help, with the tools, technology and personalized support to help you get to a healthier place. We asked our coaches what their #1 tip is for making healthy happen, and they gave us some great answers and insights as to why it’s not as complicated as you might think. From nutrition, to mindset, to simply staying consistent, here are our coaches’ favorite tips and tricks for making healthy happen.
- Think positive, find your groove, and fire up consistency!
Coach Mary D. of AF Sequim, WA - Your “fresh start” begins at your next bite. Coach Krista P. of AF Arlington, WA
- Exercise because you love your body, not because you hate it. Coach Meredith R. of AF Kannapolis, NC
- As long as you are being intentional, then you are doing something right.
Coach Tyler G. of AF Los Lunas NM - Lay your workout clothes out the night before or pack your gym bag and put it in the car before you go to bed. This simple step will help you avoid one of the biggest roadblocks that people encounter, a reason or an excuse for not being able to make it to the gym.
Coach Misty M. of AF Scottsboro - Keep moving! No matter your age, no matter your fitness level. Adding some time to your schedule each day to move can go a long way towards helping to lead a long and healthy life. Coach Jeff H. of AF Windermere, FL
- Setting realistic goals and focusing on how you look and feel, not the number on the scale!
Coach Lauren of AF Leesville, LA - Keep it simple… once we start overthinking it, it becomes easier to throw in the towel.
Coach Mike F. of AF Highland IN - Plan, prep and hold yourself accountable.
Coach Joseph A. of AF Chantilly, VA - You don’t find the time, you make the time. Coach Kristie N. of AF Blair, NE
- Start where you are! You don’t need to be perfect or have it all figured out, that’s what we’re here for! Come in, have a conversation, and we will make a plan together. Coach Becky S. of AF Windermere, FL
- Remembering it’s a daily choice! Some days you can give more than other days, but as long as you end the day saying I have given all I can, who cares if it looks different from the day before.
Coach Heather of AF Lakeland, GA - Consistency and discipline are key, but don’t forget to make healthy a lifestyle, too!
Coach Kaelyn B. of AF Cocoa, FL - My number one tip to making healthy happen is switching your mindset. Once you are mentally all in, you can keep that consistency and remind yourself of your “why” to keep you going. Consistency is absolute key to accomplishing any kind of goal and it all starts in the mind first.
Coach Katherine M. of AF Deltona, FL - Make a consistent appointment with yourself by putting it on your calendar. That way when you make plans for other things, you will already have time set aside for yourself. You are far less likely to overbook yourself when you make a standing appointment for your health!
Coach Kathy of AF Mattawan, MI - Find something you enjoy that keeps you active… and do it daily! Coach Jenny K. of AF Floresville TX
- Do it for you! You are your best investment and never lose sight of why you started.
Coach Bethany M. of AF Boerne (Fair Oaks Ranch), TX - Show up – getting through the door is 90% of the battle.
Coach Angel of AF Azle, TX - Find what you love to do and grow at it every single day.
Coach Shawn W. of AF Nipomo, CA - Constantly trying new exercises, meal plans and training styles will keep things from getting stale and provide a new challenge every day.
Coach Ben V. of AF Lafayette (Kaliste Saloom), LA - Change takes time, be patient with yourself.
Coach Magda K. of AF Romeoville, IL - Be consistent in bettering yourself all around. I’m not just talking about being consistent in the gym, but with the food you choose, the people you surround yourself with, and in taking time for your mental health every day. Choose you and you’ll see results. Coach Allison B. of AF Nipomo, CA
- Train to move well, so that you can move often and do what you love.
Coach Sean H. of AF Pukalani, HI - For fitness, find an accountability buddy. For food, plan ahead! Coach Abbey D. of AF Hoffman Estates, IL
- Make small sustainable changes and be patient.
Coach Christina C. of AF Snohomish, WA - Fall in love with the process.
Coach Steve K. of AF Jackson (Michigan Center), MI - Focus on your goal and remember why you started! Coach Marcello D. of AF Zephyrhills Gall Blvd
