Sometimes It’s About What Habits Do We Need to Give Up in Order to Achieve Our Goals.

When you're striving toward your fitness goals, it’s not always about adding habits like lifting weights or eating more protein. Sometimes, it’s the habits you remove that make the biggest difference.

Stop Staying Up Late

If you know you’re more likely to workout first thing in the morning, then cutting the habit of staying up late could be a game changer. Turning off the shows or scrolling less at night, and going to bed earlier, might be the key to waking up early and actually getting that workout done. Even if you workout in the evenings, going to bed early will help you have more energy for your workouts the next day. Set an alarm on your phone that reminds you to get to bed on time, you’ll wake up more energized and ready to go!

Ditch the Sugary Drinks

Removing sugary drinks from your diet can go a long way in helping you lose weight. So many beverages today are packed with sugar and loaded with calories. When you’re sipping on calories throughout the day, it becomes way too easy to go over your daily limit—leading to weight gain over time. If your goal is weight loss, one of the simplest, most effective steps you can take is to cut out calorie-containing drinks altogether.

Make Workouts Non-Negotiable

Stop negotiating with yourself. When you open the door for internal debate, it’s way too easy to talk yourself out of your workout. Make your workouts non-negotiable. It doesn’t matter how you feel in the moment—whether you’re tired, busy, or just not in the mood. Decide that getting to the gym isn’t up for discussion. Showing up every day, no matter what, builds discipline and prevents decision fatigue. You’re not thinking about whether or not to go—you’re just going.

Distance Yourself From Negative Influences

This one’s big. If you're constantly around people who question your fitness journey or make you feel guilty for prioritizing your health, ask yourself: are they really looking out for your best interests? If someone is sabotaging your progress—intentionally or not—you need to consider whether you should be around them. The people you surround yourself with have a massive impact on your mindset and motivation. Sometimes the best move is to distance yourself or limit exposure to negativity so you can grow.

Drop the “All or Nothing” Mindset

Let go of the all-or-nothing mentality. Progress doesn’t require perfection. It’s not about every workout being 100%, it’s about consistency over time. Some days, just showing up and putting in a decent effort is a victory. You’re proving to yourself that you can follow through—even when it’s tough. That builds confidence and discipline, and keeps you moving forward. Remember: consistent action beats occasional intensity.

Want Help Eliminating These Habits?

These are five powerful habits you can eliminate to bring you closer to your goals. If you want support in cutting any of these—or other habits that may be holding you back—reach out to us at axisstrengthtraining.com and book your free consultation. We love helping people create a solid, personalized plan for success.