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New Year resolve is loud, but it’s not a plan. We’re kicking off 2026 by saying the quiet part out loud: most resolutions crumble because they’re vague, unrealistic, and built on motivation that fades by week two. I break down why two out of five people quit within 30 days, how “effort without strategy equals burnout,” and what to do instead when life gets messy, schedules bend, and your body hasn’t agreed to a six-day grind.

We walk through normal early setbacks—soreness, fatigue, a scale that doesn’t budge—and reframe them as signs of adaptation, not failure. You’ll learn how to beat all-or-nothing thinking with minimum viable workouts, design around friction points like distance and time, and build a routine that survives imperfect weeks. I share practical guidance for structuring your plan with four anchors: what you’ll do, where you’ll do it, when you’ll do it (same days and times for eight weeks), and why it matters beyond aesthetics. If the future you wants to get off the floor with grandkids, carry groceries without strain, and move with confidence, your training should reflect that vision now.

You’ll also hear honest talk about fear, pain, and coming back after setbacks, plus how to use recovery, mobility, and small wins to keep momentum. No guilt, no drama, no cookie-cutter templates—just a clear, flexible system that fits your real life. If you’re ready to stop starting over every January, this conversation is your blueprint for consistent, sustainable progress.

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The Sisters-in-Service Podcast is taking a short, intentional pause through the holiday season and will be back with fresh episodes on January 6, 2026. In the meantime, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite past episodes—conversations that still matter, still inspire, and still remind us how powerful this community is. This season is about rest, reflection, and connection, and I hope these episodes feel like a familiar voice keeping you company between the gatherings, the quiet moments, and everything in between. Wishing you a holiday season filled with warmth, meaningful connection, and a little extra space to breathe. We’ll be ready to pick things up together in the new year. ❤️

Note: The 11-minute fitness challenge this year will start on 19 Jan 2026 at 6:30pm and will end on 23 Jan 2026.

Have you forgotten what it feels like to feel good in your body? As a movement specialist, I'm on a mission to help you reclaim that feeling—and believe it or not, it only takes 11 minutes.

The hardest workout I've ever done was just 15 minutes long. That's right—not an hour, not 45 minutes—just 15 minutes of focused, intentional movement that left me breathless. This revelation forms the foundation of my Keep It Moving Fitness Challenge, a program designed to dismantle the barriers that keep us from taking care of ourselves. With shocking statistics showing that 23% of adults and 81% of adolescents worldwide don't meet recommended physical activity levels, something needs to change.

What's stopping you? Maybe it's time constraints, lack of motivation, fear of judgment, or physical limitations. The beauty of this 11-minute approach is that it addresses all these concerns. You can work out from your personal space at home, with no equipment needed and modifications provided for all levels. The hardest part isn't the workout itself—it's being willing to be a beginner again, to step into something new with an open mind and heart. Together, we'll create not just stronger bodies, but stronger minds through community support and shared commitment.

Ready to meet me at the 50-yard line? Join the Keep It Moving Fitness Challenge running March 17-21 at 6:30pm EST. All it costs is your email and a willingness to spend just 11 minutes on yourself. Because everyone deserves to feel good in their body—especially you. Sign up through the link in the show notes and take your first step toward feeling better today.

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Holidays can hold everything at once—pride in how far we’ve come, joy in connection, and the ache of distance or change. Cat steps in with a warm, two-minute message that centers gratitude, honors the stories shared on Sisters in Service, and offers a simple compass for the season: kindness matters, toward others and yourself. This note is short, sincere, and designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re celebrating with a full house or finding quiet in a new place.

We take a moment to thank the people who make this community real: listeners who download and amplify, and guests who trust us with their journeys. From deployments to transitions, caregiving to rebuilding identity, the core thread remains the same—service doesn’t end, it changes shape. Kat translates that truth into everyday actions: give grace in tough conversations, practice patience when plans slip, and allow space for both joy and longing to exist at the same table.

If you needed a gentle reset, consider this your sign. You are seen, valued, and appreciated. As the year turns, we’re wishing you peace, connection, and a little extra kindness that you can carry forward into whatever comes next. Press play for a grounding reflection, share it with someone who needs encouragement, and help us keep this circle strong.

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