Learn from the uncertainties, struggles, and mistakes in 2020.

Make 2021 a Year of Resiliency. 

Start fresh and experiment with a new lifestyle change in 2021!

“How do I change my unhealthy habits and routines to healthier ways I can sustain in the long-term?”

Establish S.M.A.R.T. Goals!

S

 Specific

M

Measurable

A

Achievable

R

Realistic

T

Time-bound 

According to recent statistics, of the 45% of Americans who create New Year’s resolutions, only 8% succeed in reaching their goals. Do not fall within this 8%:  Commit – Attain – Succeed.

Example:  I want to lose weight.

Specify how many pounds to lose: I will lose 10 pounds of body fat.

Measure your progress by checking your body composition every 2 weeks. 

Achieved by safely and effectively losing 1 to 2 pounds per week.

Realistically, I will not lose 10 pounds of body fat in only one week.

In 8 weeks, I will lose 10 pounds of body fat.

Embrace change. Welcome the new you. 

Stop negative thoughts and behaviors and replace with joy and positivity.

Persevere. Persist. Be Positive and Passionate.

2021 will be a resilient year.

Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.

— Carl Bard

Reference

Vargo, K. (2015). Lessons Learned From Last Year’s New Year Resolution Mistakes. ACE Health eTips. doi: https://www.acefitness.org/blog/5784/lessons-learned-from-last-year-s-new-year?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Health-eTips-12-30-2015&utm_content=Health+eTips&spMailingID=24326662&spUserID=NzU3NzY3ODIwMzES1&spJobID=702507068&spReportId=NzAyNTA3MDY4S0. Accessed on December 31, 2015.