This podcast episode examines the challenges of sticking to fitness resolutions and how to make exercise more accessible and sustainable. We discuss the health benefits of physical activity, the impact of stress on the body, and why reducing barriers like time, cost, and convenience can improve consistency. Learn practical tips for incorporating fitness into your routine, including effective home-based exercises and strategies to stay motivated throughout the year.

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Further Reading

Argent, R., Daly, A., & Caulfield, B. (2018). Patient involvement with home-based exercise programs: can connected health interventions influence adherence?. JMIR mHealth and uHealth, 6(3), e8518. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5856927/