I have found the easiest (and hardest) way to get fit and keeping fit is by having/sticking to a routine. Now, I know that ideally we all like to say that we have a set routine and nothing ever screws that up. Try planning to do something once (or twice) a week at the same time, every week. Now watch how quickly the universe tries to show you who's boss and who really controls your life. The first two weeks will go flawlessly, and you'll think you're amazing and be really proud. That's when friends start calling about happy hour, your mom wants to come by for a visit, or your pet needs to go to the vet (does she really need an annual wellness exam? I don't even get one). You get the point, life gets in the way.
How do you work around that? Make gym time black out time. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6-7 PM do not exist in my social calendar or any other calendar (unless it's work related, I can't get fired over a Body Pump or yoga class). People will slowly learn to respect your schedule. If you don't respect it, no one else will. It has to be a known fact that you're dedicated to your goal.
What's even better is that the more dedicated you are, the more people take you seriously. And the ones who are truly there for you will help you to your goals. If you're lucky, they might even join! Sam's been cooking healthy meals for me and he'll soon be helping with my speed work outs (he doesn't know it yet, I'm telling him tonight). He hates running but he's really good at doing sprint work outs. Jealous girlfriend over here sucks at it, so I'm appointing him as my speed work pace buddy. He'll be thrilled (or I'll guilt him into it, one of those).
But really, just choose a goal and go for it. And if you have a bad day, don't give up. Every advice from every runner (or athlete) I've ever read all say they had really crappy days and really awesome days. What matters is working through it. That's what makes you stronger and that's what make you better. And isn't that the goal anyways? To feel better, to look better. Simply, to be better as a person.
Like Nike says: Just Do It!
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