In a world that is obsessed with living life to the fullest and gaining new experiences, a school of thought believes that, in reality, being “boring” is the best gift you can give to yourself and your health.In this regard, Dan Go (@danfounder), a fitness influencer, brings a new perspective. Your routine can be boring but it still lets you lead a healthy life.In his recent viral post, this fitness influencer stated that, “Getting in shape is not as sexy as people make it out to be. It requires discipline to show up and do the boring things with relentless consistency, especially on the days you don’t feel like doing them.”This sentiment cuts through that glossy facade of the fitness and wealth industry, and it offers a more grounded, evidence-based reminder that results are not built on excitement and following what others do, but they are built on routine. How well your routine is will depend entirely on you.
Stay fit by falling in love with boredom
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In his Instagram post caption, he mentions that one simple but not easy way to get in shape is to fall in love with doing “boring” things.Boring here means;
- Having a set sleep and wake time
- Doing the same workouts repeatedly
- Eating similar meals every day
- Choosing health over hyper-palatable foods
- Going for walks regularly
He emphasized mastering the basics first and then going for exotic and fancy equipment.
Health over hype
Dan’s mention of “dopamine-fueled modern society” points out a crucial public health issue: addiction to novelty. Fast food, hours of scrolling social media, and constantly changing wellness trends may offer temporary satisfaction, but they erode long-term health goals.Simple actions such as daily walking, eating whole foods, and maintaining a routine do more for your metabolism, cardiovascular system, and mental health than any expensive diet.
Why is maintaining a routine important for staying fit?
Maintaining a healthy routine is important because it fosters consistency, strengthens self-control, and enables the body to gradually adjust to healthy habits. Regular maintenance is essential for maintaining fitness. From metabolism boost to hormone levels and digestion, regular routines such as eating a balanced meal, exercising at the same time of day, and keeping a regular sleep pattern assist in managing the body’s internal processes.From the standpoint of mental health, structure reduces stress and improves attention by providing a sense of stability and control. Ultimately, routine transforms short-term efforts into long-term results by making health a sustainable lifestyle rather than a temporary goal.Now that we know that we do not need to change our workout routines, meal plans, and sleep patterns, and showing up is important, what is your take on it?Do we like the change, or are we okay being BORING?
