How to Make Exercise a Habit

If getting active feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. Nearly 80% of Americans fail to meet minimum exercise guidelines. Yet the benefits of regular exercise extend far beyond weight loss. In this episode Jim and Holly provide encouraging strategies to help you embark on an exercise routine in a sustainable, enjoyable way.

You'll learn simple ways to track your current activity level, gradually increase over time, find types of exercise you enjoy, and overcome common barriers like lack of motivation.

Discussed in this episode:

• How to determine your starting point based on current activity level
• Creative tips to incorporate more movement into daily routines
• How to set manageable exercise goals and milestones
• Recommended durations and types of activity for weight loss
• Scheduling exercise and planning ahead
• Avoiding common beginner mistakes that lead to burnout

Exercise may not lead to dramatic additional pounds lost, but it is absolutely critical for long-term weight maintenance. The key is to get started where you are now and develop an exercise plan you can sustain for life. Tune in to get tips to make movement an enjoyable part of your weight loss journey.

What is Weight Loss And ...?

Your go-to hangout for everything weight loss… and beyond! “Weight Loss and…” is brought to you by the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and hosted by seasoned experts in weight management, Dr. James Hill and Dr. Holly Wyatt.

We’re your friendly guides through the maze of weight loss, but with a fun twist. We’re not here to preach the latest fad diet or promise a miracle workout. Instead, we’re all about embracing the journey, acknowledging there’s more than one way to hit your health goals, and having a good laugh while we’re at it.

We get it: weight loss can be tough, and sometimes pretty serious business. But why can’t it also be enjoyable? With a side of humor, we’ll bring you science-backed insights, real-life stories, and some hard truths. (Spoiler alert: there’s no magic answer - but that doesn’t mean we can’t find what works best for you.)

“Weight Loss and…” is your inclusive space to explore, question, and learn — and to feel part of a community along the way. This isn’t just about shedding pounds. It’s about gaining perspective, building better habits, and enjoying the ride.

So if you’re up for honest conversations about weight loss - spiced with a little science and a whole lot of fun - pull up a chair, plug in those earbuds, and let’s see where this journey takes us.