How to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions a Reality in 2023
With the New Year comes a great opportunity to start fresh and focus on healthy living. Fitness-related New Year’s resolutions can help you commit to healthy habits and get back into an effective workout routine after the hectic holiday season. But as life ramps up again after the holidays, it can be challenging to find time and stay motivated. Healthtrax is here to help you stick to your resolutions through January and beyond and make this your healthiest year yet.
Replace “I Can’t” With “I Can”
The first step toward success is to eliminate excuses. Sometimes it takes a little creativity to find the time and motivation to see your goals through. You might be exhausted after a long day at work and feel like you don’t have the energy to exercise. Remember, not every workout has to be your hardest—it’s enough to just show up and do what you can.
Develop Healthy Eating & Exercise Habits
Instill healthy eating habits along with consistent exercise to accomplish your long-term goals. Healthtrax’s Healthy Start Program can help you develop sustainable fitness and nutrition habits that will help you achieve your resolution. The Healthy Start Program consists of a series of appointments with a certified Personal Trainer who will guide you toward activities that match your interests, objectives, and abilities, with a focus on overall health and wellness. We’re all human and won’t always be perfect—and that’s okay. The trainers at Healthtrax can help you navigate those challenges and stay on track.
Set and Track Specific Goals
To achieve your desired results, begin by creating specific, reasonable, and attainable goals. Become acquainted with the gym schedule at your preferred location and identify which days and activities work best with your lifestyle. Give yourself a little flexibility to account for changing circumstances and unforeseen events but do your best to create a schedule and stick to it.
Health and fitness aren’t just about exercise; nutrition is equally important. Instead of saying, “I want to lose weight,” develop an actionable plan, such as, “I plan to eat X number of calories every day to result in Y amount of weight loss by January 1, 2023.” This free weight loss calculator can help you identify the healthy calorie intake required to reach your goals for the year. You can also use a food calculator to track the number of calories you consume each meal.
Find a Workout Buddy
Once you’ve set your fitness goals, find a buddy and hold each other accountable. Schedule “gym days” with your workout partner and show up when you say you will. Keep it interesting by taking turns choosing your workout of the day. You’ll feel more inclined to finish the year strong and hit different muscles along the way.
Mutual support can go a long way—95% of people who start a weight-loss program with friends end up completing the program. The more friends you involve in your resolution, the more likely you’ll see it through the end.
Group fitness classes at Healthtrax are a great way to exercise together and meet people who can become new workout partners. Healthtrax offers a variety of class types so members can experience new workouts and discover what works best for them.
Starting January, we’re introducing new MOSSA fitness routines to keep you moving in a fun and social environment. If you’re interested in intense cardio and strength training that will make you feel like a superhero, Group Fight is the class for you. Members who want a more relaxed workout can take advantage of our Mind Body Program, which focuses on workouts like yoga and Pilates. No matter your preference, Healthtrax has a class that will meet your needs and those of your workout buddy.
How to Build Muscle Throughout the Year
Building muscle doesn’t just happen overnight; it’s something you need to work on over time. If muscle building is part of your resolution, be patient and disciplined. Consistency is key when it comes to building muscle and it will take time to see results. Not only will consistency help you form habits that set you up for success, it will also help you achieve more in the long run.
Contact a Trax Trainer to develop an exercise routine that fits your schedule and helps you meet your aspirations. Use our InBody 570 Analysis throughout the year to keep track of the progress you make on your muscle-gaining journey.
Integrating both low- and high-intensity workouts into your routine is a great way to see long-term results and burn extra calories. Healthtrax makes cross-training easy through a variety of fitness activities, like court sports, aquatics (available at select locations), active aging programs, and more.
Celebrate and Prepare for Next Year
Make sure to celebrate all the hard work you put into meeting your resolution. With Healthtrax Rewards, you can earn points every time you use our gym or services. Once you’ve accrued enough points, redeem them for perks like a free day pass for a friend, personal training session, and even a free month’s dues.
Visit Healthtrax today to set yourself up for success in 2023 and accomplish your fitness goals!