As a busy mom and business owner, sometimes the only possible way I can get a workout in is if I do it at 5:30 a.m. before my kids wake up. It’s not ideal, and there are some days I definitely hit snooze too many times and miss my chance.I work out in the morning because nothing gets in your way at 5 or 6 a.m. except yourself. Not family, not partners, not work, not chores. The first couple of weeks I was tired, but I just did it. After a few weeks, I was able to get up earlier and earlier without hesitation. It helped me develop discipline that’s carried over into the rest of my life. My advice: Stick with it for at least two weeks by signing up for early morning classes with a cancellation fee, finding a morning accountability buddy, writing down your goals, packing your bag the night before, and drinking water first thing in the morning. Trust me, there’s no better feeling than being done your workout at 6 a.m. before the world is even out of bed.

One of the most-asked questions I get is about my fitness routine. I love that you guys are all so interested in my routine because it’s something I’m really passionate about. And although I do love sharing my workouts and tips, ultimately, I think it boils down to forming small habits that can make a big impact. Once you master the small things you’ll feel ready and able to crush your fitness goals! To help you get started building these habits, I have 5 things that I thought I’d share that I think have made a big impact on my ability to make sweating a consistent part of my daily routine.