When you think about it, the fact is that most people don’t actually have trouble starting a fitness routine - what they have trouble with is keeping it up. You’ll often find that the first week is full of good intentions, and you might have some new gear, fresh motivation, and a great burst of energy. But being perfect at what you’ve planned in the first week and then never doing anything again isn’t going to help you reach your goals, and what you actually need is to find a way to stick with it so you can see the results and get fitter and healthier. With that in mind, keep reading to find out what actually helps people stick to a fitness routine long term.