For many people, Christmas feels like a write-off when it comes to fitness. Social events, big meals, late nights and disrupted routines can make training feel impossible, or pointless.
But at Absolute Body Solutions, we see something very different every year. The clients who get the best results aren’t the ones trying to be perfect over Christmas. They’re the ones who simply stay consistent.
Here’s why consistency matters far more than perfection, especially over the festive period.
Why Perfection Isn’t Realistic at Christmas
Trying to eat “perfectly” or train as hard as normal through Christmas often backfires. Life changes, and that’s OK.
Common traps we see include:
- Skipping sessions altogether because you can’t train as often
- Giving up entirely after a few indulgent meals
- Waiting until January to “start again properly”
This all-or-nothing mindset is what leads to loss of momentum, not Christmas itself.
What Consistency Actually Looks Like
Consistency doesn’t mean training every day or avoiding your favourite foods. Over Christmas, consistency might look like:
- Training 1–3 times per week instead of your usual routine
- Keeping movement in your day, walks, mobility or light sessions
- Showing up for pre-booked personal training sessions
- Making balanced food choices most of the time
Doing something regularly always beats doing nothing until January.
Why Personal Training Helps Over the Festive Period
Having a personal trainer over Christmas removes guesswork and pressure. At ABS, we adapt sessions to fit around busy schedules and lower energy levels, while still keeping you moving forward.
Benefits of training during Christmas include:
- Maintaining strength and fitness
- Preventing the January “restart” shock
- Staying accountable without extremes
- Entering the New Year confident and motivated
Even reduced training frequency helps maintain habits and structure.
Short-Term Breaks Don’t Ruin Long-Term Progress
A few indulgent days won’t undo months of work. What makes a difference is what happens around those days.
Training once or twice a week over Christmas helps:
- Protect muscle
- Support mental wellbeing
- Manage stress
- Keep routines intact
Most importantly, it keeps fitness feeling normal, not like something you’ve failed at.
Drop the Guilt, Keep the Routine
Christmas should be enjoyed. Guilt around food or missed sessions creates unnecessary stress and often leads to giving up completely.
Instead of asking:
“Am I being perfect?”
Try asking:
“Am I doing enough to stay consistent?”
That mindset shift changes everything.
Think Long-Term, Not Just December
Consistency over Christmas means you start January already in motion. You don’t need to “make up” for anything, you simply build from where you are.
Our most successful clients treat December as part of the journey, not a pause in it.
The Bottom Line
Personal training over Christmas isn’t about pushing harder, it’s about staying connected to your routine.
Consistency beats perfection every time.
If you’d like guidance, flexible training, and accountability through the festive season, the team at Absolute Body Solutions is here to support you.
Book your free consultation today and let’s finish the year strong, without pressure or guilt.
