Don’t Fall Off This Fall: Tackling Autumn’s Training Obstacles
- Siobhan O'Neill
- Sep 23
- 2 min read
Autumn is here, and with it comes a shift in routine. The kids are back at school, work schedules ramp up, and before you know it, your calendar is crammed. It’s one of the most common times of year when training routines start to slip. But here’s the thing this season doesn’t have to derail your fitness progress.
Let’s look at some of the obstacles people face this time of year and practical ways to overcome them.
1. Busier Schedules
Between school runs, after-school activities, and work deadlines, it’s easy to feel like there’s no time left to train.
Tackle it by:
Scheduling your sessions like appointments. Treat them with the same importance as a meeting, you wouldn’t just skip one of those!
Finding shorter windows. You don’t always need an hour. Even 30–40 minutes of focused training can make a huge difference.
2. Lower Energy Levels
Darker mornings and evenings can sap motivation, making it harder to get moving.
Tackle it by:
Training earlier in the day. Many people find that if they get it done in the morning, they’re more consistent.
Building accountability. Having a coach or group expecting you helps you show up, even when you don’t feel like it.
Training improves energy. Remembering that training gives back so even 15-30mins will give you more focused time after to get other things you need done.
3. Changing Routines for Kids
When the school year starts, family priorities shift. Suddenly, training feels like it takes a back seat.
Tackle it by:
Aligning with your family schedule. Choose times when childcare or school is already covered.
Leading by example. When kids see parents prioritising health, it normalises an active lifestyle for them too.
Don't let perfect be the enemy of the good. When your low on time and can't make your class, a brisk walk around the kids football pitch or a 15min youtube bodyweight strength follow along are going to give you that energy boost and focus.
4. Comfort Food Temptations
Colder weather often brings cravings for heavier meals, takeaways, or more treats.
Tackle it by:
Planning ahead. Prep nutritious meals or batch cook so you always have a healthy option ready. Pick stews and pies to give you that healthy comfort feeling.
Allowing balance. You don’t need to cut out treats completely, just be mindful and keep your main meals protein- and veg-focused.
Outsource. There are mulitple options these days for food delivery or healthy prepped meals (go fresh, gormet fuel, parallel meals). When a week is looking particularily busy, get some ordered to take the stress away and ensure you have healthy balance meals at the ready.
Final Thoughts
Autumn can be one of the trickiest times of year for staying consistent, but it’s also one of the most rewarding. Building resilience through these months means you’ll hit the new year already ahead of the game.
At ProjectFit, we help busy adults stay strong, fit, and consistent without needing to spend hours in the gym. If you’re ready to take control of your training this autumn, book a free intro session with us today and see how we can support your goals.
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