You want to make some positive health changes in 2020, but maybe you’re
already feeling like those resolutions are either not working or not being
prioritized. Mid-January is a great time to reevaluate and recommit. Read
below for easy ways to help you make those healthy resolutions turn into
positive lifestyle changes.
-Make Priorities
Multiple resolutions can be overwhelming. Try narrowing it down and prioritizing.
If you want to eat better and exercise more, pick the most important to
start and set a longer-term goal of incorporating the other.
-Be Kind to Yourself
Miss a day? Miss two days? It’s okay. Remember changing habits takes
time and the most important thing is to not give up. Try again tomorrow.
-Baby Steps
Making smaller, sustainable changes will always be more successful. Instead
of going from no exercise to everyday exercise, challenge yourself to
take a smaller step and exercise twice a week. Mid-year, you can always
reevaluate.
-Involve Friends and Family
Support networks are important and making resolutions with friends can
keep you accountable to another person.
-Focus on What You Enjoy
Resolutions should not be torture. If you hate yoga, don’t think
a resolution will change that. Instead, resolve to do something healthy
you love, just do it more.
-Track Progress
There is nothing more inspiring than seeing results. So when you notice
one, write it down! By mid-year, you’ll have a list of accomplishments
that will keep you motivated.
Have specific questions on how to improve your health this year? Find a
doctor you can trust who will join you on your personal health journey.
Visit our website for more information:
https://www.caromonthealth.org/Services/Primary-Care.aspx