5 Tips to Help You Keep Your Healthy Resolutions
If you’re like most people, you’re probably starting 2017 with a few goals to be a little healthier. Whether it’s eating clean(er) or squeezing in a bit more exercise, here are a few of my favorite tips to help you achieve those goals!
Get into a running routine
I don’t think running has ever or will ever come easily to me, but I keep doing it because I know it’s good for me. My friend Hollie shared these 4 tips for new runners (and to be honest, they’re also helpful if you just feel like a newbie) so check these out if you’re working on pounding the pavement this year. I just signed up for a 10K in April so I can keep myself motivated to run even when it’s cold outside.
Make meal prep easier
Whether you are meal prepping for the week or just trying to get dinner on the table, making quinoa in my rice cooker is one of my favorite ways to save time. I also love ordering groceries online, stocking up on freezer meals, and making double batches of recipes so I have leftovers.
Eat a little less meat
From Meatless Mondays to new sources of protein, here are my tips for eating a little less meat. You don’t have to be 100% vegetarian to get the benefits of a plant based meal! It’s easier than you think. Here are my tips if you’re trying to eat a little less meat.
Multitask while exercising
Ok, ok, you don’t have to have a treadmill desk in order to multitask but I do love mine! (Here’s how to make your own desk for a treadmill for about $10.) Other ways to multitask? Rather than meeting a friend for coffee, invite them to take a walk while you chat. Read a book while pedaling on a stationary bike.
Get a better night’s sleep
Rest is so important. When you’re well rested you’re more likely to exercise, less likely to crave sugar, and hello you’ll feel like a total rockstar when you’ve gotten a great night of shut eye. I used to be a terrible sleeper but over the years I’ve learned a few tricks that have helped a lot. If your goal is to sleep more (or better) then try these tips.
I love your treadmill desk. I use a lid to a storage container, but yours is much more efficient hahaaaa.
I have several goals for the upcoming year – two related to health = cut down on meat. I won’t say that I’ll be a full-on vegetarian; however, I rarely buy meat so the only time I consume it is on Sunday nights at my parents house. Do eggs count? I don’t think I could ever give those up!
Another goal is to create a jogging habit. I know it’ll get more and more difficult the bigger I get with pregnancy but I intend on starting the Couch to 5K app this morning. My ultimate goal (even after baby comes) would be to run a 5K three times each week. Hopefully I can build my endurance in the next twelve months 🙂
I always feel better when I get a good nights sleep as well. It’s something I’m working harder on.
That ‘how to make your own treadmill desk’ is really amazing! Wow, that’s genius!
I might just have to make B.O.B. Bob make me a desk for my treadmill after seeing yours! Hopefully, I don’t kill myself doing two things at once because I’m kind of a klutz!
Hahaha you actually get used to it really quickly!
Eating less meat is definitely on my list for this year! I especially want to cut down to mainly eating chicken and seafood, but I’m starting with one meatless day a week and we’ll go from there!
That’s such a good goal!!
Meal prep is something I need to work on. Also, I love the tips for runners! Thanks for these. It’s nice to see tips that are reasonable and not over the top. Some of those resolutions get crazy 🙂
Happy New Year, Liz!
If only I could afford a treadmill to turn that treadmill desk dream into reality …
One of my goals is getting more sleep. I’m a night owl so going to bed earlier is hard. Last night was proof of my body protesting but fingers crossed today will be better already.
More sleep is a GREAT goal!
Great tips! I like these because they’re actually doable! I am definitely hoping to keep up with my goal to move every day…even if its just a quick stretch!
i did set few intentions for 2017 and self-care is one of them! i love that DIY desk with treadmill.