Between changing hormones, kids’ schedules, broken sleep, work demands, and the mental load we carry every day… traditional fitness advice simply doesn’t fit.

The good news?
Once you understand why routines fall apart, you can build a system that works with your life — not against it.

Let’s break it down.

1. The Routine Doesn’t Match Your Season of Life

Most fitness plans assume you have:

• consistent time

• consistent energy

• consistent sleep

BUT: Moms rarely have all three.

Some weeks you’re on top of the world.
Other weeks you’re surviving on coffee and baby cuddles.

Why routines fail:

The plan expects the same you every day.

How to fix it:

Build a flexible routine with two tiers:

• Tier 1: Short, doable “minimum” workouts (10–15 min).

• Tier 2: Longer workouts for days you have extra time.

This removes the all-or-nothing trap. You stay consistent because the plan adapts — just like motherhood.

2. Ignoring Your Hormones

Women aren’t meant to train the same way every day.
Your cycle affects:

• strength

• endurance

• motivation

• hunger

• recovery

• mood

When moms push the same intensity through every phase, burnout hits quickly.

Why routines fail:

Your body’s energy and hormones fluctuate — your workout plan doesn’t.

How to fix it:

Align your fitness with your cycle:

• Menstrual Phase: Restore, breathe, light movement

• Follicular: Energy rises — great for strength & new skills

• Ovulatory: Peak power — push for heavier lifts or HIIT

• Luteal: Slow down, stabilize, lower intensity

When you train with your hormones instead of fighting them, consistency flows naturally.

3. Trying to Do It Alone

Moms carry a mental load that never stops.
If you’re juggling everything solo, your needs will always drop to the bottom.

Why routines fail:

No support, no accountability, no space.

How to fix it:

You don’t need a village — you just need one system in place:

• a coach or program

• a mom group

• scheduled “non-negotiable” workout windows

• a partner who helps protect your time

When you feel supported, you stay committed.

4. Focusing on Weight Loss Instead of Strength & Energy

Weight-loss–only fitness creates stress, guilt, and unrealistic pressure.
And guilt is the fastest path to giving up.

Why routines fail:

The goal is external — and often unsustainable.

How to fix it:

Shift your focus to:

• getting stronger

• feeling energized

• better moods

• hormonal balance

• confidence

• mental clarity

When your goals feel good, you keep showing up.

5. Making the Plan Too Complicated

You don’t need:

• 90-minute workouts

• 6 days a week

• fancy equipment

• the “perfect time” of day

You just need simple routines that fit your real life.

Why routines fail:

Complicated = impossible for a busy mom.

How to fix it:

Keep it simple:

• 3–4 workouts a week with possible add ons

• 20–30 minutes

• mix strength + mobility

• cycle-friendly intensity

Simple habits are the ones that stick for life.

The Real Secret: It’s Not About Self-Discipline — It’s About Self-Design

You design a routine that works with:

• your hormones

• your energy

• your mom schedule

• your long-term goals

When your plan honors your reality, fitness becomes a lifestyle — not another task on your to-do list.

If You Want a Routine That Actually Works… I Can Help

I help moms create fitness and nutrition routines based on their cycle, hormones, energy levels, and lifestyle — so they finally feel strong in every phase.

If you’d like a personalised plan (or a starting point), just let me know. I’d love to support you. 💛