Maggie Schlegel
Last updated June 2, 2025

How to Stay Committed to Your Summer Fitness Routine – Even When Life Gets Busy

Summer is here, and with it comes sunshine, travel plans, and a break from the usual routine – sometimes this includes your workouts.

If your schedule feels unpredictable or your motivation is melting faster than your sunscreen, you’re not alone. But just because things are changing doesn’t mean your fitness goals have to take a backseat.

With a few mindful adjustments, your summer fitness routine can feel lighter, more joyful, and easier to stick with – even when life gets busy.

At Sultivate, a Reformer Pilates Studio in Arizona, we have some simple yet powerful tricks to help you stick to your summer fitness routine… and today we’re going to talk about it.

On the schedule:

How to stay consistent without sticking to a strict schedule.
Why mindset, flexibility, and variety matter more than perfection.
How Reformer Pilates and Group Fitness classes can help you feel strong all season.

Let’s start with why summer tends to throw even the best routines off track.

Why Your Summer Fitness Momentum Can Feel Stale

Let’s be honest – summer has a way of shaking up even the best intentions.

Your routine might get rerouted by vacations, summer camp drop-offs, late sunsets, or the simple desire to enjoy a slower pace.

Add in triple-digit temps (hello, Arizona heat), and suddenly that class you loved in spring feels harder to get to. And that’s totally okay.

This shift doesn’t mean you’re unmotivated or doing anything wrong – it just means you’re human.

Our schedules change with the season… and so do our:

energy levels,
priorities,
and even our sleep patterns.

But here’s the good news: recognizing this seasonal shift is the first step toward creating a summer fitness routine that fits your lifestyle, instead of fighting with it.

At Sultivate, we believe movement should feel good, not like another item on your to-do list. Instead, an activity you look forward to and enjoy leaving the house for.

And when you give yourself permission to adjust your expectations – instead of abandoning them – something powerful happens: you stay in motion.

This is why a mindset shift… may be just what the trainer ordered.

Shift Your Mindset, Not Just Your Summer Fitness Routine

One of the biggest mindset traps we fall into during summer? Believing we have to do it all… or not do anything.

This can be paralyzing.

But your fitness routine doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful. In fact, the most sustainable routines are the ones that bend with your life, instead of breaking when things get busy.

Start by releasing the pressure to “make up” for missed workouts or stick to a rigid plan. Instead, ask yourself: What does my body need today? What kind of movement feels supportive right now?

Maybe that’s a sweaty strength class.
Maybe it’s a gentler Reformer Pilates flow.
Maybe it’s rest.¹

When you honor your body and work with it – not against it – that’s when the magic happens.

When you approach fitness with flexibility instead of criticism, it becomes easier to stay consistent. Not because you have to, but because you want to.

What does this look like? Glad you asked…

Stay Consistent by Staying Flexible

Consistency doesn’t mean doing the same thing every day—it means showing up in a way that works for you.

Maybe that looks like swapping your usual morning workout for an evening class to beat the heat. (Arizona… remember?!)

Maybe it’s trading high-intensity sweat sessions for something more grounding, like Mat Pilates or Yoga.

The truth is: flexibility isn’t a compromise – it’s a strategy.

Try This: 3 Simple Ways to Stay Flexible This Week

Look at your week ahead and pick 2 classes that feel good to you.
Schedule them in your calendar like appointments.
If energy dips, swap for a lower-impact option (or rest—and don’t guilt yourself!).

This is where having a variety of class options really shines:

On days when you’re feeling strong and energized, a TRX or Strength Training class might be exactly what you need.
On days when you’re craving ease and flow, Reformer Pilates or Barre can offer movement without overwhelm.
And if you just want to dance it out? Zumba and Dance Fitness have your back.

Creating a schedule that supports your energy – rather than draining it – is key.

So instead of asking yourself, “Can I stay on track?” try asking, “What kind of movement feels good today?”

That question alone can keep your momentum going all summer long.

Flexibility keeps you moving, but community keeps you coming back for more – especially when the energy in the room is contagious.

Let Group Classes Reignite Your Motivation

Let’s face it – sometimes, working out alone just doesn’t cut it.

That’s where group classes come in. They offer more than just movement… they give you rhythm, energy, and connection.

And when you’re feeling a little off-track or uninspired, showing up to a room full of music, encouragement, and familiar faces can be the spark that gets you back into your groove.

At Sultivate, we’ve seen it again and again – walking into a class with others instantly lifts your energy.

Whether it’s:

the music,
the movement,
or the encouraging smile from someone across the room…

Something shifts. You’re not just moving – you’re connecting. You’re no longer relying solely on willpower… you’re feeding off shared momentum.

Group classes make it easier to show up, even on the days you’re dragging. And more often than not, you leave feeling better than when you walked in.

So what does that look like throughout the summer?

Design Your Personalized Summer Fitness Routine

The beauty of summer? It doesn’t have to follow a rigid routine. In fact, this season is the perfect time to build a fitness flow – one that adapts to your schedule, your energy, and your lifestyle.²

Think of it like curating your own summer wellness mix. One week might include a few early-morning classes before a weekend getaway.

The next might include one evening Reformer class and a Sunday Yoga session to reset.

What matters most… is that you’re staying connected to movement in a way that feels nourishing, not punishing.

Not sure where to start? Try using this weekly rhythm as a foundation and adjust based on your energy, mood, and schedule each week:

Monday: Strength Training to kick off the week
Wednesday: Reformer Pilates for core work and calm
Friday: Zumba or Dance Fitness to shake off the stress
Sunday: Yoga or Barre to restore and reset

The goal is to stay in motion – not stress out your summer brain.

You can change it up every week, or find a rhythm that stays steady all season. Either way, you’re creating something that’s built to last – not just through summer, but into every season of your life.

Creating Your Summer Fitness Plan

Summer doesn’t have to throw your fitness goals off track – it just asks you to meet them differently.

Give yourself permission to adapt, stay flexible, and lean into the energy of community. And keep your fitness routine alive in a way that actually feels good.

Whether that means showing up twice a week or mixing up your class styles to match your schedule, you’re staying consistent on your terms.

If you’re ready to bring ease, variety, and inspiration to your summer routine, we’d love to welcome you into a class at Sultivate. Your next favorite class could be the one you haven’t tried yet.

Ready to make a plan?

Browse the Sultivate class schedule, choose 1–2 classes you’re curious about, and put them on your calendar right now. Better yet, invite a friend to join you. Small actions now make for sustainable momentum later.

Next up on the blog: we’ll be sharing 8 Summer Fitness Classes to Keep You Strong, Energized, and Inspired – a fun, feel-good guide to finding your perfect seasonal match.