Wednesday, January 11, 2017

Get in Shape for the New Year!

It’s the start of a brand new year, and if you’re like many people, one of your resolutions is to finally lose those ten pounds. But after the initial motivation of the new year has worn off, it can be tough to stick to your diet and fitness regimen and avoid temptations that can set you back from reaching your goals. Here are a few tips to keep you on track for the year so you can finally achieve the healthy lifestyle you want.

Set Your Goals and Stick to Them
Whether you seek to lose weight, build muscle, or simply improve your health by ramping up the level of fitness and good nutrition in your lifestyle, it is important to outline measurable objectives and milestones. This will not only help move you along on the road to wellness, but it can be very motivational to have mini-achievements on the path to the attainment of your overall fitness goals.


Do What You Love
Studies show that people are more likely to stick with a fitness routine if the activities that get them moving are something they actually enjoy. Don’t feel as though you have to be stuck on a treadmill in order to get in shape, unless of course that is something you legitimately like to do. While some people prefer high-intensity workouts such as boot camps and kickboxing, others may enjoy more low-impact cardio or dance-based aerobics like Zumba, or quiet, meditative practices like yoga. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, perhaps brisk walking or jogging in your neighborhood or hiking mountain trails is where you will find your fitness “happy place.” Whatever you do, if you make it something enjoyable that you look forward to doing, you’re less likely to find excuses to avoid exercise on a regular basis.

Make it a Habit
It has been said that in order for someone to form a habit of something, they need to do it for 21 days in a row. With this in mind, it is essential that you stick to your new fitness and diet plan every day when you’re first starting out. The rush of endorphins you feel from exercise combined with the feeling of accomplishment you receive from meeting your daily goal will become addictive in the very best way, and soon you’ll become one of those people who gets sad when they miss a daily workout. Making something a part of your daily routine and lifestyle is the easiest way to ensure that your healthy habits stick around for the new year and beyond.

Happy New Year! Share your resolutions with us in the comments section.


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