Megan Thee Stallion on Finding Motivation to Work Out on ‘Tough Days’: ‘Exercise Is an Investment’ (Exclusive)

Megan Thee Stallion knows how important it is to keep up with her fitness routine—even when she doesn’t totally want to.

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, the 28-year-old rapper opens up about her new partnership with Planet Fitness ahead of the New Year and how she finds motivation to work out on “tough days” when she might not always be motivated to hit the gym.

Citing that she leads a busy lifestyle that involves a lot of work and travel, Megan says, “There will always be tough days, but I remind myself that exercise is an investment in my long-term physical and mental health.”

“I like how exercise brings mental clarity and physical energy, so I trust the process and grind it out,” the “Cobra” singer continues.

“It’s also about having good people around you to be your accountability partner in the gym,” adds Megan, stressing the importance of a “strong support system.”

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For Megan, maintaining her fitness routine amidst her busy schedule as a musician can be difficult, but she manages it by staying focused.

“It comes back to discipline and determination, even when you’re on the road,” she says. “I work very hard to maintain my fitness routine and stay committed to achieving the results I want.”

Megan also knows how important it is to stick to a healthy diet while staying in shape, which is why she changed what she eats in her daily life.

“Eating a healthy, balanced diet is a big part of my process. I’ve been integrating a lot of fruits and vegetables into my meals — I like protein-rich meals and I drink a lot of healthy smoothies — so I’m definitely proud of the adjustments I’ve made,” she explains. “It takes a lot of discipline and consistency, but I try to be extra health conscious with everything I put in my body.”

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Through her partnership with Planet Fitness – which has an offer for new members to join for $0.24 down with no commitment from December 30 to January 12 – Megan stars in the commercials as “The Fitness Mother,” who is described as “fierce fitness goddess -like persona,” according to the company.

“I’m really excited to partner with Planet Fitness because exercise is such an important part of my life,” she tells PEOPLE. “Fitness can have such a powerful and positive impact on your body, mind and soul, so it’s an authentic collaboration that truly aligns with my personal and professional interests.”

“At the end of the day, both Planet Fitness and I want everyone to invest in their physical and mental health, feel empowered to enjoy exercise, and reach their personal fitness goals,” adds Megan, who will appear on the Planet Fitness stage in Times Square during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2024.

The partnership also includes a unique AR filter and Planet Fitness in-app workouts inspired by Megan and her passion for fitness, as well as a charity co-branded merchandise line that will benefit the Pete & Thomas Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Megan that focuses on uplifting and helping communities in its hometown of Houston, Texas and around the world through education, housing, health and wellness.

“Physical and mental health go hand in hand and that’s a big priority for me,” says Megan. “For so long our society has had a negative stigma around mental health, so I’m committed to doing my part to normalize the conversation and ensure people have the right resources to get the help they need.”

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