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Why Fitness Plans Fail & What Actually Works

August 29, 20252 min read

You’ve tried. Again and again. But here you are—still feeling stuck.

Maybe it was a gym membership you never used.
Maybe it was a diet that worked… until it didn’t.
Maybe you downloaded an app, bought the gear, or followed the plan—only to burn out after a week.

You’ve probably blamed yourself.

“I just need more discipline.”
“I can never stick to anything.”
“I always end up quitting.”

But what if the problem isn’t you?
What if the real issue is the plan you were given?


Why Most Fitness Plans Fail Busy Parents

Most programs are built for one kind of person:
Someone with time, energy, and no kids pulling on their leg while they try to do squats in the living room.

But you?
You're working, parenting, juggling all the things—and trying to carve out time for yourself without the world falling apart.

Here’s what most plans get wrong:

  • They expect you to work out 5–6 days a week

  • They give you cookie-cutter diets with no flexibility

  • They offer zero support beyond the sales page

That’s not failure. That’s misalignment.


What Actually Works (and Why FIT40 Is Different)

You don’t need more willpower.
You need a plan that fits your life.

That means:
✔️ Short, effective workouts you can actually show up for
✔️ A simple plan that lets you enjoy the foods you love
✔️ Coaching and community that make you feel supported, not judged
✔️ Accountability so you stay on track—especially on tough days

That’s exactly what we built at FIT40.

No pressure. No perfection. Just progress that sticks.


Let’s Make This Time Different

If you’re tired of starting over, I get it.
You’re not alone. And you’re not the problem.

But you do need a better plan—and someone to walk beside you.

That’s why we offer a free Success Session:
A relaxed 1-on-1 conversation where we:

  • Talk through your goals

  • Identify what’s been holding you back

  • Create a realistic plan you can finally stick to

👉 Book your free Success Session here: https://fit40.com.au/success-session

This time, it’s going to feel different—because it’s designed for you.

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Jake Armistead

Jake Armistead is the Owner and Founder of FIT40 Melton. Aside from helping hundreds of clients lose weight and feel better than ever over the past decade - he loves spending as much times as possible making his wife and young son laugh until it hurts.

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busy mum lifting weights

Why Fitness Plans Fail & What Actually Works

August 29, 20252 min read

You’ve tried. Again and again. But here you are—still feeling stuck.

Maybe it was a gym membership you never used.
Maybe it was a diet that worked… until it didn’t.
Maybe you downloaded an app, bought the gear, or followed the plan—only to burn out after a week.

You’ve probably blamed yourself.

“I just need more discipline.”
“I can never stick to anything.”
“I always end up quitting.”

But what if the problem isn’t you?
What if the real issue is the plan you were given?


Why Most Fitness Plans Fail Busy Parents

Most programs are built for one kind of person:
Someone with time, energy, and no kids pulling on their leg while they try to do squats in the living room.

But you?
You're working, parenting, juggling all the things—and trying to carve out time for yourself without the world falling apart.

Here’s what most plans get wrong:

  • They expect you to work out 5–6 days a week

  • They give you cookie-cutter diets with no flexibility

  • They offer zero support beyond the sales page

That’s not failure. That’s misalignment.


What Actually Works (and Why FIT40 Is Different)

You don’t need more willpower.
You need a plan that fits your life.

That means:
✔️ Short, effective workouts you can actually show up for
✔️ A simple plan that lets you enjoy the foods you love
✔️ Coaching and community that make you feel supported, not judged
✔️ Accountability so you stay on track—especially on tough days

That’s exactly what we built at FIT40.

No pressure. No perfection. Just progress that sticks.


Let’s Make This Time Different

If you’re tired of starting over, I get it.
You’re not alone. And you’re not the problem.

But you do need a better plan—and someone to walk beside you.

That’s why we offer a free Success Session:
A relaxed 1-on-1 conversation where we:

  • Talk through your goals

  • Identify what’s been holding you back

  • Create a realistic plan you can finally stick to

👉 Book your free Success Session here: https://fit40.com.au/success-session

This time, it’s going to feel different—because it’s designed for you.

why fitness plans failhow to stay consistent with workoutssustainable weight losspersonal training MeltonFIT40 Success Sessionrealistic fitness plansworkout plans for mums and dads
blog author image

Jake Armistead

Jake Armistead is the Owner and Founder of FIT40 Melton. Aside from helping hundreds of clients lose weight and feel better than ever over the past decade - he loves spending as much times as possible making his wife and young son laugh until it hurts.

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