Let’s be honest: most of us want to feel great in our bodies when summer rolls around, but actually sticking to a workout routine? That’s where things get messy.

Maybe you’ve tried fitness apps, gym memberships, or YouTube workouts. Maybe you even bought resistance bands that are now collecting dust next to your yoga mat. You’re not alone.

If traditional workouts feel like a chore, this post is for you. Because believe it or not, building a summer fitness routine can be fun — and the best time to start is now, in May. 

The trick? Stop trying to force motivation. Instead, make your fitness routine something you actually look forward to.

Why Most People Fall Off the Fitness Wagon

Here’s the problem with most routines:

👉 They’re boring.

👉 The pain hits fast, but the progress comes slow, which is super demotivating.

👉 They take up way too much of your time (and mental energy).

👉 The gym? Kinda intimidating.

👉 Miss a workout? Suddenly, you feel like a failure.

You start with good intentions, go hard for a week, and then… burnout, guilt, and back to square one.

Somewhere along the way, workouts became all pain and no fun, but what if you could actually look forward to them?

The Hack: Make Fitness Fun Again (With HOLOFIT)

This is where HOLOFIT comes in.

HOLOFIT is a VR fitness app that transforms cardio into an immersive game. Think rowing through ancient Babylon, biking across frozen landscapes, or boxing your way through a tropical jungle — all from your home or gym.

Instead of forcing yourself to do another dull workout, you’re suddenly looking forward to it. 

That’s the secret. Fitness doesn’t have to be a punishment. Some call it a workout, we call it a game.

“I used to dread cardio. Now I get lost in the worlds and forget I’m even working out.”

HOLOFIT user, Nina M.

HOLOFIT is compatible with:

  • Any rowing machine out of the box
  • Any exercise bike with the addition of a cadence sensor
  • Any elliptical with the addition of a cadence sensor
  • Or no machine at all — just your body weight in Freestyle mode, perfect for boxing, running in place, squats, and more.

Whether you work out at home or in the gym, HOLOFIT adapts to your space and your schedule. And no, you don’t need to be a VR geek or gym junkie to get into it. You just need 15–30 minutes and the desire to feel better this summer.

How to Build Your Summer Routine (Starting in May)

If you start now, you’ll see and feel the difference by the time summer’s in full swing. Here’s a simple plan to get started:

Week 1–2: Ease Into It

  • 3 workouts per week
  • Try short 15-20 minute sessions (use rowing, biking, or elliptical if available — or bodyweight in Freestyle)
  • Explore different HOLOworlds to find what excites you

Week 3–4: Level Up

  • Increase to 4–5 workouts per week
  • Mix machines and Freestyle sessions (try combos like 20 min rowing + 10 min bodyweight, or just Freestyle and Combo Workouts if you don’t own a machine)
  • Start tracking your progress: minutes per week, consistency, even mood

Habit-Building Tips:

  • Stack HOLOFIT onto a habit you already do (e.g., right after your morning coffee)
  • Keep your VR headset charged and visible. Out of sight = out of mind
  • Set reminders or mini-challenges to keep it playful

Why May Is the Magic Month

You’ve probably heard the phrase “summer bodies are built in the winter.” Cute. But most of us are busy surviving winter, not thriving through it.

May is different:

  • The weather’s getting better
  • You’re more motivated
  • You’ve still got time to build real, visible progress, without crash diets or two-a-days

Start now, and you’ll have a rhythm before the summer rush hits. You’ll show up feeling confident, not scrambling for last-minute results.

You Don’t Have to Love Fitness — Just This One Routine

It’s okay if you don’t love the gym.It’s okay if running bores you to death.

You just need to find your way in, and HOLOFIT might be the one that finally sticks.

So if you’ve struggled to stay consistent, if you’ve ever wished workouts didn’t feel like a chore, give this hack a shot.Ready to trick your brain into loving movement? Start your HOLOFIT routine this May — and thank yourself in July — OR click HERE to grab a 7-day free trial.