For anyone who keeps starting and stopping exercise. Uses BJ Fogg's Tiny Habits method to build lasting workout consistency over 42 days.
Who this helps
Choose a consistent time and place. Start with just 10 minutes to build momentum.
Identify and eliminate excuses. Develop strategies for days when motivation is low.
Chain workouts to existing habits. Create a trigger-action pattern that sticks.
Research shows it takes 21-66 days to form a habit. This plan uses proven behavior-change techniques to help you establish a sustainable workout routine that sticks.
That's exactly who this plan is for! We focus on habit formation, not just workouts. Your accountability buddy and daily check-ins help you overcome the obstacles that stopped you before.
The plan recommends regular exercise with built-in rest days for recovery. Consistency matters more than intensity, and we'll help you find a sustainable rhythm.
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Built for follow-through
Most programs tell you what to do. This one helps you actually do it.
Stay accountable with a buddy, a small group, or go solo. You choose — the support is there either way.
Short programs with a clear finish line. Not another open-ended habit tracker you'll abandon in week two.
A 60-second check-in — by app, SMS, or email. No guilt if you miss one. Just keep going.
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Every check-in earns points. Every week builds on the last. You can see exactly how far you've come.
AI reads your check-ins and gives you an analysis: what's working, what's slipping, and what to do next. Coaching based on your actual behavior, not guesswork.
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