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Writer's pictureRachel Staples

Why Wait for January? Start Now

We all love the idea of a “fresh start.” New year, new goals, new you, right? But here’s the thing: there’s no magic in January 1. Waiting for the perfect moment—whether it’s the first of the year, the month, or even Monday—is just a fancy way to procrastinate. Progress doesn’t come from marking time on a calendar. It comes from doing the work, starting now.


Don't wait until January to make a change

What Happens When You Wait?

The next 10 weeks are going to pass, whether you start working toward your goals or not. That’s 70 days you could use to build strength, improve your endurance, and develop better habits—or 70 days where nothing changes. Think about where you could be by the time the new year rolls around if you got started today. Maybe you’d be lifting heavier weights, running longer distances, or just feeling more energetic and focused.


On the flip side, if you wait, January 1 will roll around, and you’ll still be standing at the starting line, wishing you had more time. And let’s be honest—those “New Year’s resolutions” aren’t exactly famous for their success rate. Most people quit by February because they waited for motivation to kick in instead of building momentum early. Don’t be one of those people.


Life Doesn’t Magically Get Easier in January

There’s a common myth that the new year will somehow make things easier—like all the distractions and obstacles you face now will disappear. Spoiler alert: They won’t. Life will still be busy. You’ll still have work deadlines, family commitments, and days where you don’t feel motivated. If anything, the post-holiday slump might make starting even harder.

Waiting for ideal conditions just delays progress. The key is to start messy, start imperfectly, but just start. Even if all you can do today is a 10-minute walk or one healthy meal, that’s a step forward. Those small actions are what build momentum—and momentum is far more powerful than motivation.


Build Momentum Now, Reap the Rewards Later

Imagine if you started today. By the time January hits, you could have two or three months of solid progress behind you. Your workouts would feel smoother, you’d be stronger, and your habits would be locked in. You’d enter the new year with momentum instead of starting from scratch—and that’s a game-changer.


But if you wait until January 1, you’re setting yourself up for frustration. You’ll be scrambling to build new routines from the ground up, likely alongside everyone else who waited, too. It’s a lot easier to maintain momentum than to generate it from zero—so why wait?


Today Is the Day

Waiting won’t make things easier or clearer—it just keeps you stuck. Start where you are, even if it’s small. Build some momentum now, and by the time January rolls around, you’ll already be in motion, not struggling to begin. The progress you want doesn’t need a perfect starting point, just consistent action. The sooner you start, the sooner you’ll see what’s possible.  


So….Why wait??

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