[This is the part 2 in our Nerd Fitness Challenge series – designed to help you build fitness habits that last. You can read part 1 here.
In the last step​, you identified the things that usually get in the way when you try to stay consistent.
Now we’re going to use that information to choose a starting plan – not your “forever” one.
In the video below, I walk you through how to pick:

One workout focus
And an optional nutrition focus

That’s it. Two things, max.
Here’s the key idea I want you to keep in mind as you make this decision:
We’re building consistency first.
We can always level up later if things feel too easy.

​VIDEO LINK​
How to choose (quick recap)
Workouts

Look at your schedule and decide how many short workouts per week are realistic
Write: “I will work out ___ times per week”

Nutrition (optional)

Pick one focus.
Aim for 5 times per week, not every day
Write: “I will focus on ___ 5x per week”

Five times per week gives you flexibility and momentum.
If you’re wondering “what exactly should I pick?”
Here are the most common starting points we recommend:
For workouts

No equipment -> ​Stop Starting Over Workout (bodyweight)​
Dumbbells -> ​Beginner Dumbbell Workout​
Gym / more experience -> ​Strength Training Templates​

For nutrition

Include protein with meals
Include fruits or veggies with meals
Or do a short food log to get a baseline (written, photos, app, etc.)

You don’t need the “best” option – just the one you’re most likely to stick with.
Your action step
Fill out Section 2: Core Practices on ​the worksheet​.
Pick your workout focus. Optionally, pick one nutrition habit. Write them down.
From here, your job is to do the thing. Each time you complete a workout or your nutrition focus, fill in one section of the tracking ring.
Later, we’ll talk about how to handle the days when things don’t go according to plan – and how to adjust once this starts feeling easier.
– Matt
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