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4Jan/120

How to Stick to Your Fitness Resolution this New Year for a New You

January is the month when resolutions are at their strongest. Whether it's finding a new hobby, planning trips for the year, or quitting a vice like smoking or drinking, you can be sure that people are most determined to attain their goals at the beginning of the year.

Sure, making a list of resolutions is easy; all you have to do is look for things in your life you want to improve on, write them down, and do something about them. However, the problem arrives after the first few weeks – come February, some give up and go back to their old ways. This is especially true when it comes to fitness resolutions since diets can easily be broken and workout routines put on hold for a variety of reasons.

If you plan on losing the holiday gut by including it in your New Year's resolution, then here are a number of tips that may help you stick to it:

Find a friend. Whether for working out or following a diet plan, having a friend or family member with the same fitness goals can help you stick to your weight loss resolution. In fact, it would be best to find someone who's at the same fitness level as you are. According to studies, we tend to view the success of people similar to us as the more attainable option as opposed to dieting with a friend who already has a six pack. Sure, your fit friend can give you helpful tips, but it may seem too intimidating and unrealistic.

Diet in secret. If you want to stick to a diet, it's very important that you don’t announce your plans to the world. This is because telling others about your diet plans will garner countless praises and compliments from your peers even if you haven’t even started the diet yet! Because of this, your brain gets tricked into thinking that you've accomplished the task, making it more susceptible to giving in once a huge dessert plate is set in front of you.

But if temptation does come by, always keep in mind that balance is the key to keeping your fitness under control. Try not to stuff yourself too full and always try to squeeze in some physical activity every day.

Know any more techniques that can help people stick to their fitness resolutions? Feel free to leave a comment – we'd love to hear from you!

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23Oct/115

Balancing Out Your Fitness

There are many ways to train your body to become faster, fitter and stronger. In the course of training your body, though, there may be things you might be neglecting. One of these is developing a sense of balance. It might seem like a small thing compared to building tougher muscles and a leaner shape, but it plays a vital role in your speed, stamina and strength in the long run.


Balancing your Body

Did you know that with a better sense of balance, you can actually avoid sports-related injuries by a good deal? Surprisingly enough, even professional athletes tend to run into the problem of not having a perfect sense of balance. You might have the tightest abs and a perfect beach bod, but if you can't have balance, you may be more susceptible to fall-related injuries.

So how do you work out your balance? First of all, you can begin by performing all your workouts with both of your feet on the ground. Contrary to the belief that working on an unstable surface develops a sense of balance, working out on even ground enhances your balance proficiency and can help you develop power, speed and jumping ability.

Other tips to keep in mind include trying out more activities and avoiding sitting for very long periods of time.

 

Balancing your Mind

While you can train all you want to develop your muscle tone or sense of balance, overtraining can be incredibly counterproductive. Overworking your body can lead to stress, strain and increased susceptibility to illness. While you might think that resting makes you feel lazy, you need to keep in mind that you're doing your body a favor by giving it time to recuperate from the strain of your fitness regimen.

Listen to your body and understand when it needs to rest. In the long run, this will help you develop your body in a more balanced manner.

You can also keep your body balanced while contributing to a good cause. We're currently offering the limited edition pink iRenew bracelet in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness month. 15% of the proceeds from these bracelets will be going to the Donna Foundation's 26.2 with Donna National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer.

How well do you think you can balance? Is there any aspect of your wellness that you want to work on? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments.

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17Oct/111

Little Steps to Finding Your Daily Balance


It's terribly easy to get swept away into a busy lifestyle. With so much activity around you, from the daily bustle of work to the constant buzz of your phone alerting you to everything, there may be instances where you feel like something is missing. When this happens, it might be a sign that you need to find a sense of balance in your life.

While it might seem daunting at first to bring yourself away from your busy schedule, taking small steps can actually go a long way in getting that balance you need.

First of all, it pays to create a break from your routine. It doesn't have to be an all-out vacation, though. Even small breaks can do a lot for the way you look at life. Spend your lunch breaks away from the desk or keep all work away from you at the end of the workday. If you're finding it hard to pull away from your phone or your email inbox, schedule your rest. After all, there's a huge difference between making a living and actually living.

For some of us, a "workout" is a scary word and is only relevant for people who want to lose weight. Getting active isn't only for losing weight, though. Giving your body some time for activity every week gets your blood running and helps you feel rejuvenated. Depending on the activity, you might get extra benefits like a calmer state of mind after a yoga session.

Finally, believe that there is such a thing as quality time. Allow yourself to think positive! Whether it's spending a day in the company of loved ones or simply soaking in a warm bath for an hour, finding time to let go of stress takes as much dedication as making a presentation for an important meeting.

How do you find your sense of balance? We'd love to hear your thoughts.

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