Craving Change? New Year’s Tips to Help You Stay on Track

by Tara Sallee MS, RD, LD

As we transition into the New Year, many of us embark on a journey of self-improvement and set resolutions aimed at achieving a healthier lifestyle. New Year's resolutions are an opportunity for personal growth. Hy-Vee dietitians are here to help guide you in forming new habits and staying on track with your health and wellness resolutions this New Year.

Whether you are focusing on dietary changes, implementing exercise, or just overall well-being, our team is dedicated to supporting you throughout your journey toward a healthier, happier you! With expert advice and personalized guidance, I aim to make your resolutions a seamless part of your lifestyle, ensuring that the positive changes you implement become long-lasting habits.
 
As you get started this New Year I want to share a few of my top tips when it comes to setting your goals and managing your resolutions.

• Set Realistic Goals — SMART goals are a framework for setting objectives that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound. For example, instead of a vague resolution like “exercise more,” a SMART goal might be: “I will attend a fitness class three times a week for at least 45 minutes.”
• Celebrate Small Wins — Celebrating small victories along the way is equally important for maintaining motivation and sustaining progress to reach your overall goals. Acknowledging and appreciating the smaller milestones provides a sense of accomplishment and motivation to continue the journey. These victories, no matter how small, contribute to the overall success of reaching your New Year’s resolutions.
• Reflect and Adjust — Recognizing that the journey is not always a straight line and setbacks are natural allows individuals to approach goals and resolutions with a realistic mindset. It's essential to track your progress, reflect on what is and isn’t working and make adjustments as needed. Breaking down larger goals into smaller, manageable steps increases the likelihood of success and helps individuals stay motivated throughout the New Year.

 
I am here to help you navigate those New Year’s resolutions. Whether we meet in person or virtually, we can find the best solution to help you achieve your goals! To get started I recommend scheduling a Discovery Session. During this complimentary session we can discuss your health and wellness goals and I will walk you through available services designed to help you meet those goals.

​Or if you already know that increasing your physical activity is your game plan this New Year, I recommend signing up for our Move More Challenge. During this 4-week challenge we will help motivate you to be active with weekly tips and movement inspiration. Each week you will track if you met the goal of 150 minutes of intentional movement. Complete the challenge for a chance to win incredible prizes! I want to thank our sponsors — Chosen Foods Avocado Oil and Perfect Snacks. Find out more about our Move More Challenge or get started with Hy-Vee dietitian services by scheduling your complimentary Discovery Session today. Simply head to https://www.hy-vee.com/healthnew/dietitians. We look forward to connecting with you this New Year!

The information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a medical professional for individual advice.