Each year, many people make New Year’s resolutions to improve their health, such as eating healthier, exercising more, or losing weight. Unfortunately, many of these resolutions are short-lived, and people often struggle to maintain them.
One reason why people fail on their health resolutions is because they often set unrealistic goals. Going from a sedentary lifestyle to exercising every day for an hour can be overwhelming and unsustainable. It can also lead to frustration and a sense of failure, which can discourage people from continuing their efforts.
Another reason why people struggle with their health resolutions is because they try to change too many things at once. For example, trying to quit smoking, eat healthier, and exercise regularly can be too much to handle all at once.
To increase the chances of success, it’s important to start small and build good habits gradually. Instead of setting an unrealistic goal, start with something manageable, like walking for 10 minutes a day, and gradually increasing the time. Adding small changes to your daily routine, such as drinking more water or eating more fruits and vegetables, can also help you achieve your health goals.
Moreover, the key to maintaining good habits is to make them a part of your daily routine. Consistently incorporating small changes into your lifestyle can have a significant impact on your health over time. This process of compounding good habits can lead to long-term success and improve your overall health and well-being.
Many people struggle with their health New Year’s resolutions because they set unrealistic goals or try to change too many things at once. To increase the chances of success, it’s important to start small and build good habits gradually. By consistently incorporating small changes into your routine, you can achieve your health goals and improve your overall health and well-being.
Written by Director of Nutrition, Madison Shaw, RDN
