One of the most popular New Year's resolutions is to "get in shape". For me I've never been one to make resolutions that aren't achievable for my lifestyle. Life happens and "I'm going to work out everyday for a month!" is just setting myself up for failure and disappointment. I try to live a fairly healthy lifestyle throughout the year, whether that's food, fitness, or lifestyle habits, which makes January resolutions less daunting. So today I'm sharing 5 tips for living a healthy {achievable} lifestyle this year!
Fitness Style
1. Set Realistic Workout Goals & Stick With Them
As I mentioned, working out everyday is typically challenging for most people due to the busy lives we live. So, take a look at your calendar & prioritize days for working out. Make a list of workouts you can do from home if you can't make it to a gym, like my from-home mat ab workout routine. If you are able to add on extra days, great, but hold yourself accountable for staying the course.
2. Find an Accountability Buddy
Whether it's your partner, friend, family member, or online community, find someone with similar goals as you and hold each other accountable. Maybe its a friend you go to the gym with, or making healthy meals at home with your partner, or joining one of the online workout groups. Having a support system is always beneficial.
3. Try New Recipes
We all have our go-to meals, and that's not to say they aren't all unhealthy, but finding new {healthy} meals might spark some new interest. Last year I started adding more vegetables & spices into my dishes, and found how much I loved the new flavors. I was inspired to keep eating clean and recently found this book which I'm excited to try.
4. Take Time For Yourself
We live in a very fast-paced world and always trying to hurry up and get to the next "thing", whatever that maybe. Try to focus on living more in the present & and take time for yourself. Whether its a spa treatment, reading that book you've been putting off, or perhaps learning a new hobby. Focus your energy on something new.
5. Sleep Smarter
Have a wakeup time & bedtime, just like when you were younger. 6-8 hours of quality sleep time is important for having the energy you need for the day ahead. Try not to be on social media right before bed, give yourself time to unwind. This is something I'm working on for 2020!
What tips do you have for living a healthy & balanced lifestyle?
Outfit Details
Sweatshirt | Leggings | Similar Sneakers | Similar Sunglasses
Photos: KRLMYR
Having realistic goals, great fitting workout clothes and also trying out new, healthy recipes are all things which work well for me
in order to keep my lifestyle a healthy one. 🙂
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Love this new look. I love the grey sweatshirt. It’s always nice to have casual wear, if it’s for working out or otherwise. Love your content!
Great post
http://thepinkpineappleblog.blogspot.com/2018/01/my-favorites-cozy-sweaters-for-this.html
Great tips! One of my most popular New Year’s resolutions is to get in shape as well haha.
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I hope you find these tips to be helpful this year!
Love roshes! They’re so comfy!
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This is my first pair and I’m obsessed! I will definitely be purchasing more in the future! xx
I’m absolutely loving this sweatshirt, it’s gorgeous and grey is my favourite colour!
Thanks so much!
What size are you wearing in the sweatshirt? Does it run TTS? Thanks!
I’m wearing an XS – they didn’t have a small at the time, which I would have preferred. Hope this helps! xx
Hey Amy,
I just finished a post about 13 tips to live a healthier, happier life in 2018. have a look if you want extra tips 🙂
https://fashionjackson.com/5-tips-for-a-healthy-lifestyle-2018/
xx,
Alex
obviously, I meant:
http://thewifelifebalance.com/13-tips-for-a-healthier-happier-life/,
I shall really go get my 8 hours of sleep…
xx,
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