38% of people list weight loss as their #1 New Year’s Resolution. Of those people, roughly 24% fail to keep their resolutions and achieve their goals. If you’re one of the 24% who constantly makes and breaks your resolve, this is the year to get healthy once and for all.
As with any worthy task, trimming excess weight the healthy way takes commitment, lifestyle changes, and time. Before life tempts you to veer off track, resolve to keep your resolutions with these helpful tips.
Imagine The Bigger Picture: Achieving health goals takes continual effort, but it’s important to begin your task with the end in mind. Take 10 minutes to write down your specific health goals for the year. Do you want to be 20 lbs lighter? Run a marathon? Look hot in a bikini? Whatever it is, keeping the end result planted firmly in the back of your mind constantly motivates you to keep working towards a healthier you.
Think Big and Act Small: Success is achieved through small but sustainable changes. Use an App to track daily calories. Cut out one unhealthy habit, like soda drinking, instead of going cold turkey with junk food. Start with a 3 mile jog until your stamina increases and build your mileage gradually from there. You get the idea. You have 12 months to complete your task; enjoy the small day-to-day improvements that culminate in the end result.
Indulge Your Inner Planner: Temptation and setbacks are unavoidable, but planning ahead helps you stay focused and avoid health hurdles. Going on a long trip? Pack health snacks. Meeting up with the girls for drinks? Eat some protein beforehand. Too tired or stressed to hit the gym? Tell yourself you can stop after 15 minutes if you don’t like it. Chances are, once you get your blood flowing, you’ll see the workout through to the end, just like your resolutions. Have a hard time with accountability and consistency? Hire a professional health counselor.
Seek Out Inspiration: Though it’s possible for someone as strong and gorgeous as you to do it alone, don’t. Workout buddies, online inspiration, and a strong network of friends help motivate and support your health goals. Try out new fitness classes to stay engaged, or browse inspirational boards on Pinterest to keep you present, energized, and intent on ending the year with a healthier, resolution-reaching you.
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