I feel like I’m always stuck in a cycle. I start a weight loss plan, stick to it for about 3 months, and then fall off track. It feels like a rinse-and-repeat situation. I know the basics; calories in and out, eating enough protein, using apps like Fitness Pal; but I just can’t stay consistent.
I’ve tried different coaches and plans, but nothing seems to stick. I end up losing motivation and go back to square one. How do you stay on track? What tips or methods work for you to keep going?
For me, it’s not about motivation. It’s about discipline. Staying healthy and fit is like having a part-time job; you don’t skip work just because you don’t feel like going.
I stay motivated because of a health scare I had. I was hospitalized for a week due to an infection, and the doctors told me if I didn’t change my habits, it could happen again. That stuck with me.
Think about why you want to lose weight. Keep that reason in mind whenever you feel like giving up. I also see a dietitian and have a personal trainer who helps me find sustainable routines. They’re part of a government program here in the UK; maybe your country has something similar?
Find what works for you. If a plan feels impossible to stick to, change it. It’s hard, but you can do it. Focus on what’s important: your health. This forum believes in you. Good luck.
For me, heartbreak motivated me at first. Now, I’m obsessed with seeing progress. Even small changes feel like big wins in the long run.
Eli said:
For me, heartbreak motivated me at first. Now, I’m obsessed with seeing progress. Even small changes feel like big wins in the long run.
Small wins every day make a big difference. Keep going. 
Getting started takes a lot of motivation, but motivation alone isn’t enough. You need routines and habits to fall back on when things get tough. I made a decision to change my life, and now I’m just sticking to that plan. My routine is simple, but it works for me. Motivation is great, but having a system is even better.
I stay motivated because I never want to go back to the person I used to be. It scares me. Even if I’m not perfect, I know I’m better than I was yesterday.
Motivation comes from the results of sticking to a plan. I’ve been lifting weights, playing sports, and eating well for years now. Over time, these habits become part of your routine. You don’t fix years of bad habits overnight, but consistency over weeks, months, and years makes it all second nature. Just start, and don’t stop.
Having a role model has been really helpful for me. Seeing someone who’s where I want to be keeps me inspired.
For me, it’s not about motivation anymore; it’s just my routine now, and I enjoy it. I’ve found meals I like, workouts I enjoy, and it all feels normal to me. I do simple things like 30 minutes on the elliptical or take martial arts classes twice a week. It’s fun, and that makes it easier to keep going.
If you’re struggling, start small. Try walking with a friend, doing a YouTube workout, or dancing with your pet. Just find something you like and stick with it. The key is to keep moving, no matter what it is.
No food tastes as good as the pride you feel when you know you’ve made sacrifices for your future self. And no hunger feels worse than being stuck in the same place a year later, knowing you promised yourself things would be different.