"Experts tell us that
those who make resolutions are literally ten times more likely to achieve their goals than those who are interested in change but don't make a specific, concrete commitment. Now that's reason to
resolve. Sure, motivation can and does wane. A little less than half of those who make resolutions are still committed to the
journey six months down the road, but there's plenty we can do to make sure we're not among those who detour themselves. Among the most effective strategies: making your resolution public (
PDF). Announce it to the world. Shout it from the rooftops. Own it. Flaunt it. Do a dance around it on YouTube. Tell the world you're going to make this happen. Chances are then, you will. And you'll have a great time doing it.
It's your time! I want you to feel the excitement of making your resolution real, tangible, manifest. You have nothing to lose (except poor health and extra pounds) and so much to gain."
-Mark Sisson from his blog Mark's Daily Apple
12 Positive Steps To Improve
How You Eat And Exercise
1. Stay consistent with your workouts.
2. Read a book to jumpstart nutrition changes.
(Please see side bar for a list of recommended books.)
3. Start the New Year off right by eliminating or greatly reducing sugar and artificial sweeteners from your diet.
4. Give up pop, gatorade, flavored water and fruit juices.
5. Plan out meals for the week. Use Sundays as an opportunity to grocery shop and plan your meals for that week.
6. Be active with activities such as dancing, yoga, spinning or even taking an active vacation.
7. Eat more greens. Cook, enjoy and expand your green vegetables weekly with choices like kale, dandelions, swiss chard and spinach.
8. Get smart with bloodwork. Schedule an annual check-up and see if you're deficient in any vitamins.
9. Get into a regular sleep pattern. Nap if you can. It is very important to value sleep. Adequate sleep will help with overall fat loss.
10. Find ways to de-stress, for example, take up meditation, yoga, get a massage, go to lunch with a friend, or take a winter walk.
11. No more hydrogenated oils! This means you must read food labels religiously.
12. Attend our five seminars hosted by Certified Health Counselor Chris Chodos. See below for dates and seminar topics.
Five Health-based Classes Hosted By Certified Health Counselor Chris Chodos
Chris Chodos will be leading a series of five one hour classes at CityWide SuperSlow. Join us for the following topics. ($20 class fee.)
JANUARY 18th, 2012 at 6:00pm: 10 ways to deconstruct your sugar cravings. How to cut back on sugars' ill effect and empty calories.
FEBRUARY 15th, 2012 at 6:00pm: Go Green! How to put more green veggies in your diet.
MARCH: How to add more alkaline in your diet to balance the acid. What alkaline means and why it is important.
APRIL: Detox
MAY: How to eat and prepare locally grown, seasonal foods.
These classes are a great opportunity to broaden your knowledge and continue your journey on a healthy lifestyle. Please RSVP, seating is limited.
"A lot of people begin the New Year by making resolutions. We've all been there. We take a vow to lose weight, exercise more or spend more time with our family. We start the year with great intentions, but then we quickly relapse into old habits. Big changes do not require big leaps. Permanent change is more likely to happen gradually than through one big restrictive plan. Allow yourself to climb the ladder one rung at a time." -Chris Chodos
