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Finding movement in your own rhythm

Some people wake up ready to run, stretch, or lift, but for many, it doesn’t feel that simple. You might relate to mornings where you roll over, scroll your phone, and tell yourself you’ll get up “in five minutes,” only to watch the time slip away. You might notice that you carry the intention to exercise around in your head all day, but when the moment arrives, the weight of tiredness feels stronger than the idea of moving. And when you look around online, it sometimes seems like everyone else is more disciplined, more energetic, more consistent than you are.

It’s worth remembering that you are not unusual for feeling this way. Many people describe the same cycle: bursts of motivation followed by stretches of avoidance. Some start new routines with excitement, only to lose momentum after a week or two. Others feel intimidated by the idea of working out at all, unsure where to begin or convinced that fitness only belongs to those who already “look the part.” You might feel caught between wanting change and wondering if you’ll ever stick with it. That tension itself is exhausting.

But movement doesn’t have to be about perfection, or about chasing an image you’ve seen online. It can be about small choices that remind you what your body is capable of, even in the most ordinary ways. For some people, that’s walking a few blocks instead of taking the bus. For others, it’s a quiet stretch before bed, noticing how their shoulders soften. It can be dancing in your room to a song you love, or feeling the pulse of your heartbeat after climbing stairs. Fitness is not always a gym membership or a strict routine. Sometimes it’s as simple as finding little ways to connect back to yourself.

Many people notice that when they approach movement as self-care rather than obligation, it feels different. You might relate to the sense of guilt that sometimes follows when you “skip a workout.” But what if that guilt wasn’t necessary? What if moving your body could feel less like punishment and more like a gift? A way to shake off a heavy day, or to remind yourself that your body carries you through more than you often give it credit for.

It’s also common to compare yourself to others. Social media can blur reality, showing only the polished moments: toned abs, perfect form, endless energy. You might see someone sprinting on the beach or finishing a long workout and wonder why you can’t match that. But what doesn’t show up on screen are the days they didn’t want to move either, the mornings they struggled just to put on shoes. Everyone’s rhythm looks different, and your own pace is not less valuable because it’s slower or messier.

Some people thrive on structure — weekly schedules, challenges, routines. Others find that even the idea of a rigid plan makes them feel trapped. You might notice that you work best in short bursts, adding small bits of activity throughout the day. Or you might find comfort in repeating one familiar exercise because it feels grounding. The point is not to meet someone else’s standard, but to find what feels real and sustainable for you.

There will be days when you have energy, when movement feels almost effortless, and you might even surprise yourself with how strong or free you feel. And there will be days when even standing up feels heavy. Both are valid. Both belong to the same story. Many people discover that letting themselves ebb and flow — without judgment — makes it easier to return again and again, instead of quitting altogether when motivation dips.

Think about the small victories you’ve experienced before. Maybe the first time you noticed your breath slowing after a short walk, or the moment you realised you could hold a stretch a little longer than before. These are quiet reminders that your body is responsive, even if progress feels invisible at times. For some, it’s about energy. For others, it’s about focus, mood, or just a sense of being present. Each person carries a different “why,” and it often changes over time.

It’s also okay if your relationship with movement has been complicated. Maybe you’ve pushed yourself too hard in the past, chasing unrealistic expectations, and ended up resenting exercise altogether. Or maybe you’ve avoided it because it always felt tied to judgement, comparison, or pressure. Many people have similar histories. Reframing movement as something softer — as an exploration rather than a test — can help rebuild that connection.

You might notice that when you let go of the “all or nothing” mindset, the small steps become easier. Ten minutes of stretching is still movement. Dancing while you clean your room is still movement. Lifting your mood through activity counts, even if it doesn’t fit into a perfect plan. The labels don’t matter as much as the feeling you take from it.

And maybe, most importantly, it helps to remember that you are not alone in this. So many people carry around the same thoughts: I should be doing more. I don’t have enough energy. I can’t keep up. But often, the moment you soften those thoughts and look at movement as something supportive rather than demanding, the pressure begins to lift. Instead of chasing a finish line, you can focus on what it feels like to start — again and again, in ways that suit you.

Movement belongs to everyone, not just athletes or influencers. It belongs to the person jogging at sunrise and the one who only manages a five-minute stretch at night. It belongs to the person chasing personal records and the one dancing alone in their bedroom. It belongs to you, exactly as you are, in whatever way you choose to engage with it. And in that truth, there’s space to breathe, to let your body guide you, and to rediscover that taking care of yourself doesn’t need to feel like a performance. It can simply be yours.