New year, new beginnings, and new opportunities. It can be overwhelming to establish a healthy routine that has a positive impact on your fitness and wellness. We believe it’s important to make your goals attainable and realistic to stay motivated. Here are a few tips to start your year off on the right path:

  1. Track-It: Organizing a plan to stay focused, this involves having an agenda that allows you create a training log and meal plan. Through doing so, it influences you to establish a routine and stay motivated, all while tracking your progress.
  2. Schedule: Establish a successful workout routine that works for you. It takes time, patience and dedication to see results, so don’t give up! Aim to be active daily, even for 10 minutes, because it establishes an active lifestyle. If it’s difficult to find the motivation, find a workout buddy to encourage each other.
  3. “Me” Time: Ensure you implement self-care into your wellness lifestyle. Physical wellness is important, but it’s equally important to focus on your mental health as well. You can achieve this by taking time for yourself in various ways such as meditation and maintaining a positive outlook.
  4. Nutrition: Clean eating takes time to implement. Start slow, by beginning to substitute unhealthy foods with a healthier option. Keep healthy snacks like apples and high protein bars handy for when you get hungry between meals. It’s important to flush out toxins through drinking half your body weight in water.
  5. ZZZ’s: Establish a good sleep routine. Sleep ensures a healthy mind and body and helps to optimize your day.
  6. Be Kind: Recognize all your achievements; no feat is too small. Reward yourself for sticking to good habits, because let’s face it, maintaining a proper routine can often be draining. Rewarding yourself boosts your self-confidence and self-regard.

Start your 2019 year off right, stay motivated and remember to enjoy yourself through your journey to better health and wellness.

by Meagan & Isabella
1st year students at MacEwan University in the Bachelor of Physical Education Transfer Program.