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2752: How Do I Make Working Out Work for Me? by Mark Fisher of MarkFisherFitness on Building a Fitness Routine That Fits Your Life

Oct 5, 2025
Mark Fisher reveals how to align your workouts with your unique lifestyle and goals. He emphasizes that working out should work for you, eliminating guilt and pressure. Discover how prioritizing workouts, even in busy lives, can lead to consistency over intensity. Learn about managing fatigue, the importance of sleep, and tips for staying fit while traveling. Fisher also highlights the benefits of bodyweight workouts, making fitness accessible anytime, anywhere. It's all about creating a routine that fits your life!
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ADVICE

Schedule Realistic Workouts

  • Prioritize workouts by scheduling them like any other commitment and accept realistic frequency.
  • Aim for two to three sessions weekly to capture most health benefits without burning out.
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Less Can Still Deliver Results

  • Do strength training even once a week and add short vigorous full-body sessions to supplement it.
  • Use minimal but consistent sessions to make steady progress without needing extreme volume.
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Fix Sleep Before Forcing Workouts

  • Prioritize sleep hygiene: go to bed earlier and use a pre-bed ritual like turning off electronics an hour before bed.
  • If persistent tiredness prevents training, consult a specialist to assess sleep quality.
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