How I Stay Fit with a Jam-Packed Schedule

Look, I get it—life gets crazy. Work, responsibilities, family, endless to-do lists... it feels like there’s no time left to take care of yourself.

But here’s the thing: If you don’t make time for your health, your body will force you to later. And trust me, that’s not a situation you want to be in.

I’m not someone who just “tries to stay active.” I take my fitness seriously—probably more than most. Not to the point of being a maniac, but enough to know that comfort is the enemy when it comes to staying fit.

The good news? You don’t need to spend hours in the gym to stay in shape. You just need to stop making excuses and build the right habits.

Here’s exactly how I do it.

1. I Don’t Wait for the Perfect Time—Because It Doesn’t Exist

Most people think they need a full hour, the right mood, or the perfect gym setup to work out.

That’s BS.

If you wait for the perfect time, you’ll never start. I train whenever, wherever—because I don’t need a fancy gym to get the job done.

• No time? I’ll do 100 push-ups between meetings.

• Stuck at home? Bodyweight squats, burpees, or core work.

• Feeling lazy? Too bad—I start moving anyway.

Momentum is everything. If I stop for too long, I know it’s harder to start again. So I don’t let myself stop.

2. Fitness Is a Non-Negotiable—Like Brushing My Teeth

I don’t “find time” to work out. I make time—because it’s a priority.

Just like I don’t skip brushing my teeth, I don’t skip training. Even on days when I don’t feel like it.

Here’s how I make sure I move every single day:

• I schedule my workouts like meetings. They don’t get canceled. Period.

• I train first thing in the morning so nothing gets in the way later.

• I set rules for myself, like “no sitting for more than 30 minutes.” If I’ve been sitting too long, I drop and do push-ups.

When you make fitness a non-negotiable part of your day, excuses disappear.

3. I Train Hard—Because What’s the Point of Doing It Then?

Most people go to the gym and just “go through the motions.” That’s a waste of time. If I’m training, I’m pushing myself. Otherwise, why even bother?

• I lift heavy. No 5-pound dumbbells over here. Strength matters.

• I do brutal finishers. If I have 10 minutes, I’ll do burpees, sprints, or a kettlebell circuit.

• I track progress. If I’m not getting stronger or faster, I’m slacking.

I see too many people treating workouts like a chore. They stay comfortable, avoid pushing themselves, and wonder why they never see results.

If you want to look strong, feel strong, and actually be strong, you have to train like it.

4. I Don’t Rely on Motivation—Because It’s Unreliable

People always ask, “How do you stay motivated?”

I don’t.

Motivation is weak. Some days, you’ll feel fired up. Other days, you’ll want to skip everything and scroll on your phone. If you rely on motivation, you’ll fail.

What works? Discipline.

• I tell myself, “Just start.” Even if I don’t feel like it, I start moving. Within 5 minutes, I’m in the zone.

• I remind myself why I do this. It’s not for a six-pack—it’s to be strong, fast, and ready for whatever life throws at me.

• I make fitness part of my identity. I don’t think about whether I should work out. I just do it—because that’s who I am.

Waiting to “feel like it” is a losing strategy. Winners show up, no matter what.

5. I Eat for Performance, Not Just for Taste

I don’t follow strict diets, but I also don’t eat like garbage. Why? Because food is fuel.

• I eat protein with every meal. Strength comes from muscle, and muscle comes from protein. Simple.

• I drink tons of water. Hydration = better workouts, better energy, better everything.

• I keep it clean most of the time. Lean meats, veggies, fruits, nuts, and whole grains. Do I have cheat meals? Of course. But they’re earned, not random.

Food isn’t just about looking good. It’s about feeling good and performing better.

6. I Take Recovery Seriously

I used to think more was always better. More workouts, more weight, more training. But guess what? If you don’t recover properly, your body breaks down.

Now, I train hard—but I also rest smart.

• I get 7+ hours of sleep. No sleep = no recovery = no progress.

• I take rest days. Not because I’m lazy, but because that’s when muscles actually grow.

• I stretch and work on mobility. If I want to stay strong long-term, I need to move well.

Training hard is useless if you’re constantly injured. Rest is part of the process.

Here’s the truth: Everyone is busy. Everyone has responsibilities. But the people who stay fit? They find a way.

• They don’t wait for motivation.

• They don’t skip workouts because “life is hectic.”

• They don’t make excuses.

If you’re struggling to stay consistent, start small. Do something every day, even if it’s just a few push-ups. Build the habit.

At the end of the day, it comes down to this: Do you want results, or do you want excuses?

Your choice.

P.S. What’s the biggest thing that stops you from staying consistent with fitness? Time? Energy? Just not feeling like it?

Reply to this email and let me know. I’ve been through it all, and I’ll hit you back with something that actually helps. Let’s figure it out. 💪🔥