Healthylife® Weigh
Part 5
* What do you want to do?
* Are you doing this alone? Or, who will you do it with?
* Where and when will you do this?
* What do you need to wear? What do you need to bring?
* Write down your specific goals for this workout. If planning a HIIT or resistance training session, write down each part of your exercise plan. Bring this with you when you exercise.
– Warm-Up:
– Main Activity:
– Cool-Down/Stretching:
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Healthylife® Weigh
Part 3
Make planning your food part of your weekly routine, like going to work or doing laundry. Planning meals helps you select and eat foods in your MyPlate plan, as well as save time and money.
Having variety is important over time, but it can help to have the same breakfast each day, plan a similar snack, or prepare a dish that covers several meals. You will need time to:
Look at the Big Picture
As you get ready to plan your meals, look at the big picture of your wellness goals. Your lifestyle change is about more than just food! Set a non-food goal that will help you take another step toward living a healthy lifestyle. Use this page to pick an idea for the week or write a new idea.
Make healthy living something you enjoy.
* Walk a new trail or part of my neighborhood.
* Volunteer at a local food bank to give back and help others eat well.
* Find a positive person to follow on social media.
* Give a friend or family member a call.
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BE FIT
“What’s your New Year’s resolution?” It’s a question many people hear – and ask – when Jan. 1 approaches. But, after a couple of weeks of hard work, life often interferes and that resolution gets forgotten.
But what if you could stick with that resolution this year? Try these tips from the American Diabetes Association:
*Be realistic.Rather than push yourself to do several major things, pick just one – such as walking.
*Be specific.For instance, write down how often you will work out (5 days a week for 30 minutes) or that you will eat fruit instead of sweets. Schedule it in your calendar so other things are less likely to interfere.
*Get back on track after setbacks.If you slip up, forgive yourself and start new tomorrow. Don’t abandon your healthy goals because of one mistake.
Good health is a great goal to work towards – at New Year’s or any time of the year.
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