Staying motivated isn’t about having superpowers, it’s about setting up systems that make it easier to show up for yourself. As a personal trainer and full-time student, I know firsthand how chaotic life can get. But these five simple habits have helped me stay grounded, energized, and focused on my goals, and they can help you too. Here are my top 5 non-negotiables for living a healthy, motivated life:

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I trained for 12 weeks with a plan that gradually increased my mileage each week. The funny thing about half marathon training is that you never actually run the full 13.1 miles until race day. At first, that idea felt a little intimidating—but I trusted the process. Each run built my endurance, both physically and mentally. Alongside my running, I focused on clean, balanced eating to fuel my body the right way. Training was more than just lacing up and heading out—it was abo