01 07 The Dreaded New Year Resolution

Posted in Healthy Habits

This year is just beginning and with it comes the “dreaded new year’s resolutions.” They are usually dreaded because people decide to cut out something in their life that they have enjoyed doing for possibly years, but know deep in their hearts that they need to stop…like smoking or drinking, or over eating.

So, have you thought about what your resolution may be this year? Did you know that the average weight gain during the Holiday season (Thanksgiving and Christmas/Hanukah) is 5-8 pounds?

If you are not sure what to do, you might think about making a resolution that will support your commitment to improve your health…

1. Choose a time tested, physician recommended weight loss programs. Stay away from the newest “fad” diet.
2. Choose some form of exercise daily that lasts at least 20 minutes: Yoga, Pilates, swimming, walking, treadmill, or going to the gym.
3. Drink more water.
4. Give up smoking, drinking, and caffeine.
5. Start every morning with your goal for the day
6. To be a coach for others wanting to get healthy
7. Start a journal of your life
8. Go to bed an hour earlier
9. Read a positive/self motivating book per week
10. Get rid of all negative thoughts!!!! “Divorce” your negative friends. Be a positive, happy person!