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We can all agree that losing weight is one of the most popular resolutions that are made during the New Year. If this is the year you’re ready and committed to making changes every month, not just January then it is time for you to get down to business. Losing weight is a great start for the New Year, but breaking your resolution down into mini resolutions will help you meet your year end goal to be the best version of you.
Curves/Jenny Craig have come up with some great tips and guide lines that can help you this year.
NEW YEARS
Set Realistic goals – most people fail because they aim too high, too soon and too fast when it comes to eating and exercise resolutions. Pick one or two small changes and focus on them for a week or two before taking on more.
Elicit support – get an activity buddy, sign up with a friend for a healthy cooking class, or look for a program that can offer individualized support
Self-monitor – simple strategies like weighing yourself daily, taking 20 minutes to eat a meal mindfully and checking in with you “head vs. stomach” hunger can start making a difference right away.
Overcome obstacles – weight management is about problem solving, so instead of thinking of challenges as roadblocks, consider them as opportunities for skill building.
Learn from your lapses – think progress, not perfection and know that by understanding the “why” behind your choices you can pick another “what” to do next time that will bring you closer to your end goal.
Enjoy the process – lifestyle change is a journey of self-discovery. You’re not just building healthy habits, you’re creating a lifestyle you can practice and feel empowered by for the long term.
LIVE HEALTHIER
Drink water – seriously.
· It sounds very simple, but always remember to hydrate with water. Thirst can sometimes be confused with hunger, so this can save you some calories. And if you want something with flavor, select calorie-free beverages (unsweetened tea, black coffee, seltzer). When consuming alcoholic beverages, try and limit yourself to one glass, and use calorie free mixers (soda water, crystal light, diet options).
Staying active
· Even the little walks around the block add up. Staying active, especially getting that workout in before a big dinner or event, can help you get into a healthy frame of mind and set up your food choices for the day. Schedules can be packed and prove difficult to fit in a workout. Experiment with fun and efficient workouts that combine strength training and cardio. Curves provides a full body workout in just 30 minutes with a coach always in the Circuit to keep you motivated.
Don’t go cold turkey – follow the “just ONE” rule
· Remember portion control, so you can still enjoy the meals you love, without going overboard. Stick with eating ONE small appetizer, one drink, one main course – and one fork to share a dessert all around so you only take one bite.
Don’t forget to eat!
· Follow your healthy and balanced meal plan for the day, to ensure you are not starving and then overindulge at dinner time. On the Jenny Craig program, we encourage members to eat six times a day (three main meals, and three snacks).
Load up on veggies and fruit to help curb cravings throughout your day.
· On the Jenny Craig program, we encourage members to add Fresh & Free Additions (seasonal non-starchy vegetables, low calorie condiments, herbs and spices) to their meals to help prevent over-indulgence on main courses that contain more calories.
If you follow these tips and guidelines you will be able to achieve your goals, and remember to be kind to yourself throughout the year. Set a non-food reward for the end of each month. Get a pedicure in March, pick up some new workout gear in May and get those new jeans in October since by then you will be a smaller size.
