Many of us struggle with creating lasting habits—even when we know what works. In this episode of Fuel Your Finish, Registered Dietitian and 4x Boston Marathoner Lisa Nelson shares a personal story about why she struggled to stay consistent with strength training—and how she finally broke the cycle.

Lisa dives into why routines that worked in the past might not work now, how life changes can impact habit formation, and practical strategies for creating new, sustainable habits that fit your current lifestyle. Whether you’re working on fitness, nutrition, or any other goal, this episode will help you think outside the box and take action when old habits aren’t delivering results.

You’ll learn:

• Why repeating the “same old routine” can stall your progress
• How to evaluate what’s really holding you back from your goals
• The power of small tweaks and thinking outside the box
• How to “trick” yourself into building new habits that stick
• Why committing to a dedicated space, schedule, or accountability system can help

Key Moments / Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & Story Introduction
00:29 – The Struggle: Starting Over Every Monday
00:58 – Life Changes & Fitness Routines
01:24 – The Importance of Strength Training for Health & Performance
02:18 – 15-Minute Strength Plan & General Exercise Recommendations
04:00 – Recognizing When Your Old Routine Isn’t Working
06:08 – Why It’s Important to Ask “Why Am I Not Reaching My Goals?”
06:36 – Thinking Outside the Box: How Lisa Finally Broke the Cycle
08:31 – Applying This Strategy to Your Life & Goals

Resources & Links:
🌐 Transform Nutrition: https://transformnutrition.fit/

💬 Book a FREE Strategy Session: https://l.bttr.to/f57AT

📄 15-Minute Strength Training Plan: 15min workout

Keywords / Tags:
habit change, strength training, consistency, fitness mindset, sustainable habits, routine building, workout tips, dietitian advice, personal growth, Fuel Your Finish, Lisa Nelson, Boston Marathoner, nutrition for runners, healthy habits