Why intensity is overrated (and what actually works)

You ever do a killer workout… then disappear from all physical activity for the next five days?

It’s like your body’s sore, your schedule’s packed, and suddenly that “new routine” you started becomes a distant memory.

Here’s the thing no one says loud enough: consistency beats intensity—every time.

Especially after 35.

It’s not about crushing your body into progress, it’s about showing up often enough that your body learns to trust you again.

Small, sustainable movement stacks up.

That 5-minute routine you actually do will always win over the perfect plan that never leaves your notes app.

And the benefits? They’re real.

When you train consistently—even at low intensity—you start seeing better joint mobility, fewer random aches, stronger posture, and better energy throughout the day.

You recover faster.

You stop dreading movement.

Your body starts working with you again instead of fighting back every time you try to get active.

Progress doesn’t come from hero workouts—it comes from showing up, even if it’s just for a few minutes a day.

Want to win the long game?

Lower the bar.

Make it so easy you can’t skip it.

Then build from there.

If you need help finding simple routines that don’t wreck you, I’ve got plenty on my YouTube channel.

Start small.

Stay steady.

Your future self will thank you.

— FitZip