How to Keep Moving When Motivation Slows Down
August can feel like a strange stretch in the year. The summer sun is still blazing, but vacation mode is fading. Schedules are creeping back in, routines are tightening, and motivation? Well, that sometimes starts to evaporate faster than sweat on a hot sidewalk.
So what do you do when your running shoes feel like they weigh a ton and your motivation’s on vacation without you?
You move anyway.
1. Remember Your ‘Why’
Whether it’s to feel stronger, honor someone you love, or simply to carve out some “you” time—your reason matters. Write it down. Tape it to your mirror. Put it in your shoelaces if you have to. Remind yourself that you're not just logging miles—you’re telling your story.
2. Start Small, Stay Consistent
You don’t need to tackle a 10K today. You just need to start. Even 10 minutes counts. Forward is forward, no matter the pace. Movement creates momentum, and sometimes all it takes is one run to flip the switch back on.
3. Try Something New
Tired of the same old loop? Switch it up. Run at sunrise. Jog in a local park. Try a different playlist. Motivation can get stale if your scenery never changes—shake it up and let your senses re-engage.
4. Sign Up for a Virtual Challenge
Having something on the calendar—even a virtual event—gives you purpose. Our August challenges are built to fit your schedule, your location, and your pace. Whether you're walking, running, or doing a little of both, you'll finish with a sense of accomplishment and a medal to prove it.
5. Celebrate the Wins (Even the Tiny Ones)
Some days, the win is just lacing up. Other days, it’s setting a new PR. Celebrate them all. Acknowledge the effort—because showing up in August heat takes guts.
This August, Keep Moving Forward
No matter how slow. No matter how sweaty. No matter how loud your excuses get.
You’ve got this.
Ready to reignite your motivation? Browse our latest challenges and commit to something today. That finish line is waiting.
