Experts agree that you can’t just work out and not change anything about your dietary habits.
“I’m going to start working out and eating healthy once the New Year starts.”
If that goal has been on your New Year’s resolution list for the past however many years and you’re still finding a way to stick to your health-oriented plans, we’re not judging you. We’ve all been there.
This time around, though, things will be different because you’re going to have a plan and you’re going to be armed with tips on how to stick to your New Year’s resolutions for the rest of the year (and maybe even for the rest of your life).
BreAnna Wiley, a personal trainer for four years, cautions that if you’re new to fitness, starting a new routine is going to be difficult regardless of whether you decide to start in the New Year or any random Tuesday.
There’s no better time to start your new healthy journey than the present.
“It takes time to break and build new habits, heading into the new year with momentum from the last days of 2018 will position you to better succeed,” said Osamoje Imoohi, a certified personal trainer.
Tuekeha Huntley, who’s been a personal trainer for 2 years, recommends writing down your goals and then writing down specific plans for your goals – basically, make plans for your plans.
“What can you do to hit those goals? Be specific,” Huntley said. “Break it down into realistic goals. Not just I want to lose 10 pounds in three months, but write down baby steps. This is the way that I’m going to lose 10 pounds in three months – so you’re writing down I’m going to join a gym, I’m going to do 30 minutes of cardio.”
Charity Faye, a chef and wellness expert, recommends that you remind yourself that you are a valuable human being and that you matter and to treat yourself that way by eating foods that will make your body feel good – like fruits and vegetables.
