Accountability in Your Workouts

If you had told me a year ago that I’d be lifting weights 4 times a week, I would’ve laughed. Then probably changed the subject.

But here we are.

Outside of a short blip during our Italy trip and the big move, these last 6 months have been the most consistent I’ve ever been when it comes to strength training.

I’ve been going to Slash Fitness, and lately I’ve been aiming for 4 workouts a week. Two upper body, two lower body. It doesn’t always happen perfectly, but just having that rhythm in place has changed everything.

And the biggest difference-maker? Accountability.

I show up because I’ve committed to friends in class.Because I created The Next 30: Write Your Own Summer Story group.Because I coach others. And I know firsthand how powerful it is to show up consistently.

The wild part? I’m starting to see more arm definition than I’ve ever had. I’m not at my goal yet, but I see the progress. After the travel break, I eased back in with 2 classes a week, and now I’m back to 4.

We’re about to travel again, and I don’t want to lose what I’ve gained. So I’m thinking ahead. Maybe some hotel push-ups or simple workouts just to keep things going. That’s not something I would’ve done before.

I keep thinking about my dad. He passed at 65. Near the end of his life, his arms were too weak to lift himself off the toilet or adjust his position in bed. That image has stayed with me and motivated me.

Muscle is everything.

Especially as we age.

And if you're using a medication like Ozempic or Wegovy... especially then... you’ve got to prioritize lifting weights and eating enough protein. Those medications can make it easier to lose muscle if you’re not careful. You want to be losing fat, not muscle. And that takes intention.

I didn’t always listen when Scott talked to me about this.

But I’m listening now.

And maybe you are too.