3746: How to Scale Down Exercise Instead of Skipping It When You Feel Low by Rachel Trotta on Workout Consistency

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Episode 3746:

Rachel Trotta explains that real consistency is not about muscling through tough workouts on willpower, but about showing up for yourself even when you feel run down. She shares five ways to scale down exercise during stressful or low-energy periods, from longer rest between sets and walking to heavier weights for fewer reps and shorter home workouts, so you keep your momentum without losing ground.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://racheltrotta.com/fitness/scale-down-exercise/

Quotes to ponder:

"Instead, the core of consistency is getting into the habit of showing up for yourself."

"Consistency isn't about buckling down, or muscling through obstacles with sheer willpower."

"By lowering the barrier to exercise, you make it more likely that you will do it and enjoy it."

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