Start Strong, Stay Connected

January often brings a renewed sense of motivation. New calendars, new goals, and fresh intentions can feel energizing. Yet many people know the pattern. We start strong, then life gets busy and motivation fades. The difference between goals that last and those that disappear is often not willpower. It is community.

This January, instead of going it alone, consider how connection and support can help you stay consistent and confident all year long.

Why Community Matters for Your Goals

Research consistently shows that people are more likely to stick with healthy habits when they feel supported. Community creates accountability, encouragement, and a sense of belonging. When others are moving alongside you, it is easier to show up, even on the days motivation is low.

Being part of a group also helps normalize the ups and downs of a wellness journey. Progress is rarely perfect. Community reminds us that consistency matters more than intensity.

Next Top Mover: Start the Year Together

Our Next Top Mover challenge is designed to help you build momentum at the start of the year through movement, motivation, and connection. Instead of focusing on perfection, the challenge emphasizes participation, progress, and showing up.

By taking part, you will:

• Stay motivated through friendly competition and shared goals

• Build routine and consistency early in the year

• Feel supported by others working toward similar intentions

• Celebrate effort, not just outcomes

Whether you are new to fitness or returning after a break, Next Top Mover meets you where you are.

Join a Class, Build a Habit

One of the easiest ways to stay on track is to schedule your movement like an appointment. Joining a live class or committing to a weekly session creates structure and accountability.

Classes also bring energy and connection. You are not just checking off a workout. You are sharing an experience. That shared energy can be the push you need to keep going week after week.

If live sessions do not fit your schedule, on demand classes still provide variety and guidance so you never have to wonder what to do next.

Small Steps, Strong Start

January is not about overhauling your life. It is about building habits you can maintain. Try setting goals that focus on actions rather than outcomes. For example, aim to attend three classes a week or move for ten minutes a day.

When you pair these small goals with community support, consistency becomes much more achievable.

Let This Be the Year You Do Not Do It Alone

If your goal for 2026 is to feel stronger, more energized, and more connected, start by surrounding yourself with support. Join a challenge. Attend a class. Engage with a community that wants to see you succeed.

This January, take the first step with Next Top Mover and discover how powerful community can be in helping you turn intentions into lasting habits.

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