Why July Is Actually the Best Time to Start Your Fitness Journey (Even If It Feels Like the Worst)
- Arnit Demesmin
- Jul 11
- 3 min read
July doesn’t feel like the ideal time to get serious about your health.
The kids are home. You’re traveling. Your routine is basically nonexistent. It’s too hot to walk outside, and you’re spending more time at BBQs than in the gym.
So yeah, it’s easy to say:
“Let me just wait until school starts again.”
“Let me enjoy summer first.”
“Let me get through this vacation.”
But here’s what nobody tells you: Those who start in July? They win in September.
They don’t need to “start over.” They don’t need a new challenge or another Monday. They’re already in motion; stronger, more confident, and clearer on who they are.
So if you’re looking for a sign to stop the all-or-nothing cycle, this is it.
Here’s Why July Feels Hard
(And Why That’s Exactly Why You Should Start Now):
1. You’re Out of Routine. And that’s exactly why you need one. When everything around you is chaotic, vacation schedules, late bedtimes, snack demands, a simple structure (like a 25-minute workout or a meal plan you actually enjoy) becomes your anchor.
2. The Heat is Real. If you live somewhere like Florida, running outside in July feels like survival training. That’s why indoor workouts and virtual programs are clutch. You don’t need to risk overheating or force yourself to “push through.” You need smarter, safer movement that fits your environment.
3. You’re Socializing More. The food, the drinks, the “YOLO” mindset. I get it. But health isn’t about skipping the fun. It’s about knowing how to navigate it whether that’s learning how to build a better plate at a BBQ or understanding how to balance one indulgent night with a focused next day.
4. You’re Tired. This one’s real. You’re overstimulated. The kids need you. Work is still happening. You’re being pulled in every direction and movement feels like another “to-do.” But what if I told you the right kind of training can give you energy instead of stealing it?

But What You Gain Is So Much Bigger Than a Summer Body:
🔥 You build grit. Anyone can train when it’s convenient. You’re choosing to move when life is messy and that kind of strength doesn’t go away.
💪 You change your identity. You stop seeing yourself as someone who starts and stops. You become someone who follows through even in July.
🧠 You protect your mental health. Movement boosts your mood, sharpens your focus, and gives you a sense of control in a season that often feels like it’s running you.
💃 You walk into every room differently. There’s nothing like the quiet confidence that comes from knowing you’re showing up for yourself even when nobody’s watching.
And If You’re Still Wondering How to Make It Work… Let Me Show You What No One Else Talks About:
You don’t need:
❌ A gym membership
❌ Hour-long workouts
❌ To eat just chicken and veggies
❌ To wait until life settles down
What you do need:
✅ Workouts that adapt to your schedule, not the other way around
✅ A coach who gets what it’s like to train while juggling real life
✅ A plan you can follow even while you travel
✅ Support and structure that doesn’t rely on motivation
This Is Why Virtual Training Exists (And Why It’s the Smartest Move This Summer)
→ You can train from literally anywhere your living room, a hotel room, the beach house.
→ You don’t have to waste time figuring out what to do. I build it all for you.
→ You don’t lose momentum just because you’re on vacation or the kids are home.
→ You get access to coaching, accountability, and check-ins that keep you grounded without having to show up in person.

My July virtual program is now open.
✔️ Three personalized workouts a week
✔️ A custom meal plan designed for real life
✔️ Bi-weekly coaching calls
✔️ 24/7 support from me—yes, really
✔️ Amazing results!
So… Ready to Stop Starting Over?
Send me a DM that says “I’m ready.”Or apply right now [insert link] before spots fill.
You can keep telling yourself it’s not the right time…Or you can finally do the thing you keep promising yourself you’ll do “later.”
July could be the month everything changes. Let’s make it happen together. 💪🏽


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