A Pilates instructor shares a simple hack that will help you stick to a morning exercise routine

A woman is on a workout mat on her hands and knees, with her arms straight. Her eyes are closed. Behind her we see a window, table, chairs and plants.

Many of us make ambitious workout plans at the beginning of the year, only to find ourselves struggling with them after a couple of months.

Why do so many people fail with these exercise regimes? One reason is that they’re too ambitious—it’s better to prioritize building small, manageable habits first.