Motivation doesn’t appear out of nowhere. It’s built through the small things you do every day. And when you run a fitness or wellbeing business, those small things matter.
These are habits I’ve used myself, and ones I work on regularly with my clients; practical routines that help you feel more focused, more motivated, and more like yourself.
1/ Start your day with intention
You don’t need a fancy routine. Just a few minutes before your day starts to land. A moment to breathe. One of my clients listens to a short meditation before opening her inbox. Another just makes her tea in silence without checking her phone. That simple pause helps you start the day on your terms, not in reaction to everything else.
2/ Move your body
Obvious, yes but still the most effective. Movement clears your head and lifts your energy. It doesn’t have to be a full workout. A ten-minute walk between clients can reset your whole afternoon. You already know this. The hard bit is giving yourself permission to make it a priority.
3/ Break goals into real steps
Most people don’t struggle with ambition. They struggle with overwhelm. Try this instead: one small task you can complete today that moves you forward. Something you can finish in ten minutes. Small steps done consistently are more powerful than big plans left untouched.
4/ Take real breaks
If you’re working all day without stopping, your brain is slowly checking out. Breaks aren’t laziness. They’re maintenance. You’ll get more done if you stop and reset, even just for five or ten minutes. Make a drink. Step outside. Don’t bring your phone.
5/ Notice what’s working
Gratitude doesn’t have to be deep. Just a quick note of something that felt good today. One client of mine writes down three things that went well, even if one is “I replied to that awkward email.” That’s enough to shift her out of self-criticism and back into a positive flow.
6/ Keep learning
Ten minutes a day of learning something new… a podcast, a short article, anything that activates your brain and keeps you engaged is perfect. Curiosity brings energy. And energy makes everything feel more possible.
7/ Reflect without pressure
You don’t need to journal your whole life, just ask: what worked today? What didn’t? What do I want to try tomorrow? One client tucks this into her evening wind-down. It takes two minutes and helps her make small changes before things build up.
You’re not meant to do all seven every single day. That’s not the point. Choose one or two to try this week. Stack them onto something you already do. Think: “while the kettle boils” or “after my last client.” Start where you are, not where you think you should be.
Doing these things matters. Your business needs your energy. These habits protect that. They help you think more clearly, stay more grounded, and make decisions from a better place. Motivation becomes something you create, not something you have to wait for.
Pick one habit.
Try it.
See how it feels.
That’s all you need to begin.
And, if you want some 1:1 help with this, reach out to me via email philippa@holdmyhandcoaching.com – we can work on this together.
Until next time,
Best wishes
Philippa x