Looking at Fitness Differently in 2026

If your New Year’s fitness resolution has fizzled out before, a Bellevue personal trainer says 2026 may be the year to change your approach and your expectations. Jesson Mata of Life Time Fitness says shifting the focus away from aesthetics and toward strength, mobility and overall function can make goals more sustainable, with body recomposition becoming a byproduct of healthier habits. Mata joined Good Day Seattle to share practical ways to build a routine you can stick with, practice self-care, and avoid getting trapped in comparison while working toward long-term results.