So, now we know what it is, how can we build our fitness resilience? The good news is that it’s easier than you might think to start working on a resilience mindset.

Be kind to yourself

“If you think negatively about yourself this can impact your fitness regime,” explains Atkin. “Adopting a positive perspective will help you to feel better, have more energy and it means you’re more likely to achieve your goals. Practising self-care and taking some time out to incorporate mindfulness into your life can help to build resilience, encouraging you to focus on the positives rather than the negatives.”

Work on your discipline

While it’s important to listen to your body, make sure you’re not selling yourself short. It’s all too easy to talk yourself out of a workout, but sometimes, you just need to dig deep.

“Your energy will be higher some days than others,” acknowledges Morgan, “but during the days you find your energy lacking, you’ll need to listen to your body and make the right judgment. If your body’s overworked from your training, you may need to rest or carry out light-intensity workouts to maintain your resilience. But if your energy is low from lack of motivation, you must develop your level of discipline and push through your mental barriers to get the work done and maintain your fitness resilience.”

Fitness resilience: how to harness the power of your mind to boost your workout