Missing Workouts - The Myths and the Truths

Have you ever missed a few workouts and immediately felt like you were back at square one? You're not alone and today you'll learn both the myth and truth of missing workouts. In this episode of Meet Your Body, Jessica tackles one of the biggest myths in fitness: the belief that missing a few days (or even a few weeks) of exercise means you've lost all of your progress. Drawing on both science and her experience as a physical therapist, Jessica explains what actually happens to your body when you take a break from exercise and why your fitness is far more resilient than you've been led to believe. You'll learn: • How long it really takes to lose strength and cardiovascular fitness • Why short breaks can be beneficial for your body and mind • The science behind muscle memory and getting back into a routine • How all-or-nothing thinking sabotages consistency • Why guilt and shame are often more damaging than missed workouts • Practical mindset shifts to help you stay motivated and resilient Jessica also shares her favorite strategies for navigating busy seasons, injuries, travel, illness, and life's inevitable interruptions without falling into the trap of believing you've failed. If you've ever struggled with consistency, felt guilty for missing workouts, or convinced yourself that you have to "start over," this episode will help you replace fear with confidence and build a healthier relationship with movement. Because fitness isn't about perfection. It's about showing up, adapting, and trusting that your body is always ready to meet you where you are. Resources mentioned in this episode: ⚫︎ How To Exercise After Surgery or Injury https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ⚫︎ Tips for Beginners in Fitness https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 💪🏽 Want my full length workouts, daily routines, women's health info and more? Get a full home workout library, monthly fitness plans, recipes, free app and more http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited 📣 Free one week workout program and my favorite resources for healthy aging - https://jessicavalant.com/sign-up-below ➡️ Subscribe to my newest YouTube channel to listen and watch all my podcast episodes -    / @meetyourbodypodcast   🎧 Find my podcast Meet Your Body anywhere you listen to podcasts! Or listen here http://www.jessicavalant.com/podcast 💥 Find the Jessica Valant app here! Apple IOS - https://tinyurl.com/mry5ya8r Google - https://tinyurl.com/yh3ty5fp 💪🏽 Four Week Beginner Workout Program: https://payhip.com/b/d3ARC 🙌🏻 Instagram:   / jessicasvalant   ✅ All my resources and services: https://jessicavalant.com/home-workou... ⭐️ Join my UNLIMITED program and app and get immediate access to over 400 workout videos you can do anywhere and anytime! Members get two new workouts every month that aren't available anywhere else and a monthly workout calendar telling you what to do every day for the best exercise program. You also get full length versions of your favorite YouTube videos, monthly healthy recipes and a supportive and encouraging community. Join here 👉🏼 http://www.jessicavalant.com/unlimited 🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀🌀 Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, recommend you consult with a physician before starting any new exercise program. The information given here is not meant to treat or diagnose any medical condition. Please stop if you feel any pain or dizziness. You understand that physical activity can pose a risk and by watching this channel and these videos you assume all risk and release Jessica Valant and Jessica Valant Pilates, LLC, from all liability.