4 Quick Tips to Help Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle

For many people, the New Year included setting a resolution to lose weight and get healthier. And if this has been you, and your first month has gone well, congratulations! That’s great news! However, one of the most difficult things about making this transition isn’t always the first step - it’s about sticking with your goals.

Life happens and obstacles are bound to come up, we totally understand that. However, our Westwood wellness center has a few tips to offer up that just might help you transform a set of habits into a healthier lifestyle.

One of the first big errors people make is deviating from their routine. Weeks can get hectic, winter weather can keep you stuck at home, and the occasional curveball life tends to throw can really make a mess of things. However, it is important to stick to your routine as much as possible. If hiccups occur, don’t worry! Just pick up where you left off. If your goal is to exercise five days a week, and for some reason you can only do three days, then that is still better than zero!

A key factor to maintaining a healthy lifestyle is to prioritize proper nutrition. Everything is fine in Moderation, including the occasional cupcake or a handful of your favorite chips. When it comes to good nutrition, remember to bring balance to what you are eating throughout the day. Be sure to get plenty of healthy, quality foods in your body, such as lean protein, fruits and vegetables. This will help fuel your workouts and keep you focused and on track with your fitness goals.

You would be hard pressed to find someone who enjoys every single aspect of fitness and working out. For example, some people might despise cardio and enjoy weight lifting, while another person looks forward to Pilates or going to yoga. Here at our Westwood wellness center, we offer a robust variety of group fitness classes that you choose from. Cardio, cycling, yoga - you name it, and we have it! 

Fitness is not one size fits all, and finding what you enjoy is very important! After all, if you dread getting up and heading to the gym because you hate what you do when you get there, you are very unlikely to keep going. Find your passion and work that into your routine as often as possible.

While this is often easier said than done, it is still something that you should strive for. Yes, life happens and we can find ourselves mentally and emotionally drained. However, if you can look on the bright side of things, or try to maintain a positive disposition, it will help you to overall stay more motivated and driven.

Listen to upbeat music for positivity podcasts while working out or during your commute to work. Connect with people who brighten up your day. Put good vibes out into the world by firing off a text message to your friends or family and wishing them a good day. Positivity will attract positivity, and this will play a key role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.