For long term change, watch the calendar, not the clock.
Studies find that people seeking long-term results to get healthier, eat better, lose weight, etc. were better motivated by long-term benefits (reducing heart risks, remaining mobile longer, etc.)
So stop watching the scale every day or checking your muscles in the mirror every day. Focus on the long term and measure your results by the month, not the day.
Cheers!
Vidya