If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent with physical activity, you might be choosing the wrong kind of exercise. A new study in Frontiers in Psychology found that our personality traits can shape how we experience movement, how much we enjoy it, and whether we stick with it over time. The takeaway? You’re more likely to build a lasting habit when your workouts reflect who you are. Extroverted? You may thrive in a group HIIT class or running club. More anxious? A workout at home can still have great stress reduction benefits. Even choosing between a structured weekly routine versus experimenting with new activities can be influenced by your personality type. This is an invitation to stop forcing routines that don’t fit. Start by noticing the types of movement that energize you, calm you, or simply bring a sense of ease. The best workout is the one you’re genuinely excited to return to. Sources: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langlo/article/PIIS2214-109X(24)00150-5/fulltext, https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2025.1587472/full