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25% Through the Year—Time to Get Back on Track!

We’re already a quarter of the way through the year—how are your health and fitness goals going? If you started off strong but lost momentum, you’re not alone. Life gets busy, priorities shift, and sometimes fitness takes a backseat. But here’s the good news: it’s never too late to start again.

At CrossFit Alabaster, we help busy adults get back on track, lose weight, build strength, and feel better—without extreme diets, punishing workouts, or hours in the gym. Whether you’ve missed a few weeks or a few months, getting back into a routine is easier than you think. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1: Drop the Guilt and Move Forward
First things first—let go of the guilt. Feeling bad about “falling off” doesn’t help you move forward. Instead of worrying about what you didn’t do, focus on what you can do right now.

A simple mindset shift: You don’t need to be perfect to make progress. Small, consistent steps lead to big results.

Step 2: Set a Simple Goal for This Week
One of the biggest mistakes people make when restarting is trying to do too much, too fast. Instead of overhauling everything at once, focus on one or two small, achievable goals for the week.

Examples:
✔ Commit to 2-3 workouts this week—no matter what.
✔ Drink more water and add protein to every meal.
✔ Go for a 10-minute walk every day.


These small wins help you rebuild momentum—and momentum creates motivation.

Step 3: Keep It Simple—Just Show Up

The hardest part? Getting started. But once you do, you’ll remember how good it feels to move your body, build strength, and take care of yourself.

At CrossFit Alabaster, we make it easy to get back into a routine with:
✅ Short, effective workouts that fit your schedule
✅ Expert coaching so you don’t have to figure it out alone
✅ A supportive community that keeps you motivated

You don’t need the perfect plan—just show up, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Step 4: Make It Easy to Stay Consistent
The key to long-term success isn’t motivation—it’s having a plan that works for your life. Here’s how to make staying consistent easier:

✔ Schedule Your Workouts – Treat them like a meeting you can’t cancel.
✔ Find Accountability – Whether it’s a coach, a friend, or a class, support makes all the difference.
✔ Focus on Progress, Not Perfection – You don’t have to be perfect. Just keep moving forward.

Ready to Get Back on Track? We’ve Got You.
If you’ve fallen off track, don’t wait for Monday, next month, or the “perfect time” to start again. The best time to take action is right now.

We make getting back into the gym simple, fun, and effective—allowing you to become the best version of yourself, without the stress.

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See you soon!

-Josh Pospy
CrossFit Alabaster