The Evolution of You – Adjusting Your Wellness Routine and Mindset with Growth
- Brainz Magazine
- Jul 21
- 4 min read
Written by Josh Grimm, Fitness and Mindfulness Coach
Josh Grimm is an industry leading fitness and mindfulness coach. He is the founder of FITNUT, based in New York City, offering in person and online coaching, global wellness retreats, podcasts, and seminars.
Speaking from personal experience, my goals and habits shift depending on my growth and mindset. I find that when we start to feel a bit lazy or uninterested in continuing habits, we have outgrown or achieved the goals we set that needed these in order to move forward.
As we grow and evolve, so do our goals, and that means our wellness routines and mindsets must evolve too. What worked for you six months ago may feel misaligned today. That doesn’t mean you failed. It means you're changing, and your practices should change with you.
Many people feel frustrated when their old routine stops working. The gym plan that used to excite you now feels like a chore, and the mindset that once kept you going now feels outdated. It is normal to feel this way and it is imperative to make adjustments to your goals so the growth doesn’t suffer.
Our wellness routines should reflect the current version of ourselves, not the past one.
As we grow, we change. Sometimes that growth is loud and obvious. Other times, it’s quiet: a shift in values, an unexpected sense of discomfort in routines that once felt empowering. And yet, many of us continue pushing forward with wellness plans and mindsets that no longer reflect who we are or what we need.
True wellness is about adaptation. When our goals evolve, our habits must follow suit. Here's how to thoughtfully adjust your wellness routine and mindset to align with the person you're becoming.
Reconnect with the "Why"
At the heart of every wellness routine lies a reason. Maybe you started working out to feel more confident, or began meal prepping to have more control in a chaotic season. But growth can blur the clarity of old motivations. What once drove you may no longer resonate. Take time to sit with yourself and ask: What matters to me now? This isn’t about erasing the past, but honoring the present. By reconnecting with your “why,” you give yourself permission to shift direction with purpose.
Listen to subtle signals
Burnout doesn’t show up all at once. You might find yourself skipping workouts not because you’re lazy, but because your body is asking for something different. You might dread your meditation time not out of failure, but because your mind craves a new kind of stimulation. Recognize these signals not as setbacks, but as cues for recalibration. Wellness is not meant to be punishment, it’s a practice of presence.
Redesign your routine
Change in life, whether it’s a new job, a breakup, parenthood, or creative expansion, often throws off the rituals we once relied on. Instead of clinging to what worked before, consider what works now. Maybe 60-minute gym sessions turn into 30-minute home circuits. Maybe your 5 a.m. wake-ups shift to lunchtime walks. Realigning your wellness with your current lifestyle isn’t giving up, it’s a mature, self-aware evolution. And it’s sustainable.
Shift from outcomes to feedback
It’s natural to chase results. The number on the scale, the distance on your run, and the visible changes in the mirror. But as we grow, it becomes more fulfilling to focus on how we feel. Is your sleep better? Do you have more emotional resilience? Are you showing up in your relationships with more patience? Wellness anchored in how your life is improving, not just how your body is changing, creates a mindset that lasts well beyond any aesthetic goal.
Celebrate the pivot
In a culture that often glamorizes pushing through and staying the course, changing direction can feel like failure. But the truth is, growth demands flexibility. Adapting your routine and mindset is something to be celebrated, not feared. It’s a sign of maturity, intuition, and respect for your evolving needs. Build reflection into your life like a journal check-in, a monthly reset, or even a voice memo to yourself. And when you do make a change, mark the moment. Celebrate it. Growth is never passive. It’s active, intentional, and worthy of recognition.
Adjusting your wellness routine and mindset isn’t a detour, it’s the path. As you continue to grow, your needs will change, your energy will shift, and your goals will expand. Give yourself the grace to evolve. After all, wellness isn’t a final destination, it’s a lifelong conversation between who you are and who you’re becoming.
Josh Grimm, Fitness and Mindfulness Coach
Josh Grimm offers a unique combination of fitness and mindfulness coaching through his brand, FITNUT, which he started in 2014 after spending a length of time in South East Asia and then returning home to New York City. His holistic approach of curating a culmination of physical and mental fitness training via one on one coaching, an online multi-use platform, podcasts, seminars, and global wellness retreats, bring together a community that wants to live their ideal mindset through optimal physical and mental health.
