Fitness fitness goals in the new year 5 no-fail ideas to kick-start 2018 The New Year is right around the corner, which means most of us are thinking about setting resolutions and gearing up for a happy and healthy 2018. Every year millions of Americans make plans to clean up their diets, start new fitness routines, and map out fitness goals. New Year’s resolutions are great, but why wait? Get a jump start on your health and fitness right now. That’s the best gift you can give to yourself this Holiday Season. For many of us, regular exercise can be elusive. Committing to a consistent exercise schedule is what we seek, but life often gets in the way. If you’ve had trouble sticking to a regular routine in the past, look no further. It is achievable! Read on for some great tips and insights for kick-starting your fitness goals. never miss a monday If you’ve ever stepped foot in a gym before you’ve likely heard this phrase and it is true. Never miss a Monday workout! Committing to your Monday workouts and starting the week off on the right foot sets the stage for a successful week. Let’s face it, hitting the gym on a Monday morning after an eventful weekend is hard, but if you can get there on Monday the rest of the week is a piece of cake and healthy eating choices will likely follow. schedule your workouts Make a date with yourself and get to the gym, go for a bike ride or walk the lake. Life gets busy, so set some time aside for yourself on a weekly basis. Add it to your phone calendar and set a reminder if you need to. Be sure to make care arrangements for kids in advance if necessary. Remove all excuses for not getting a workout in. If kid care plans fall through make it a family affair and get outside and move! choose a gym that suits you Look around and you’ll see that there is no shortage of options when it comes to fitness centers. Do your homework and visit several gyms. Do you like group fitness or are you more independent minded in the gym. Personal training? Yoga? Running? Learn about available programs and choose the one that fits you best. find an accountability partner You are less likely to skip a workout if you are accountable to someone. Whether you work out together or just check in on a regular basis, an accountability partner will keep you on track when you are just not feeling it. It’s also good to have someone to share healthy recipes and food plans with. Accountability leads to success! don’t wait until january 1st If you’re thinking about setting some goals and resolutions in the new year, why wait? If you get the ball rolling now you will welcome the New Year with a healthy, consistent routine and a fit body to boot! 16 WomanToWomanMagazine.com
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