Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

3825: Get Motivated to Start Working Out by Kate Hesse of Nourish Nest Breathe on Building Consistent Fitness

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Nov 30, 2025
Kate Hesse, the creative mind behind Nourish Nest Breathe, shares her insights on building sustainable workout habits. She emphasizes the importance of understanding your personal 'why' to stay motivated. Listeners will learn practical strategies for accountability, such as partnering up for workouts and setting up effective routines. Hesse warns against the pitfalls of overexerting after a break and instead advocates starting small with manageable 30-minute sessions. Her approach aims to make fitness feel natural, promoting long-term success.
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Find Your Deep Why

  • Get really clear on your why before trying to exercise consistently.
  • When motivation falters, return to that deeper why to drive action.
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Design Logistics That Remove Friction

  • Set up logistics and accountability that fit your life to remove excuses.
  • Use friends, trainers, packed gym bags, or apps to make workouts inevitable.
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Start Small To Avoid Burnout

  • Avoid going all-out on the first session after long breaks to prevent dread and soreness.
  • Keep workouts short (around 30 minutes) so you wake up ready to do it again tomorrow.
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