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Build Healthy Routines with Healthy Habit Formation

Healthy lifestyle routines lower the risk of various health conditions, diseases, and all-cause mortality (National Library of Medicine1). However, it is challenging to create healthy habits that last. It might feel frustrating when you don’t see results immediately or have difficulty navigating a busy schedule. Too often, we give up before healthy habits become part of our lifestyle. The good news is that creating lasting healthy habits isn’t impossible. Follow the tips below to build personalized healthy routines by forming healthy habits that endure despite our ever-changing schedules and lives. Keep Your Goals SMART Creating a habit can be challenging if you don’t have a specific plan or direction that you are aiming for. Often, we set broad goals and then feel defeated when we don’t see progress. Setting SMART goals can set you up for better success. S – [...]

Setting and Achieving Realistic Fitness Goals

As spring approaches, we often gain a renewed motivation toward physical activity. Setting goals can give direction and meaning to the habits we are building. They keep us on track when things get challenging and bring the satisfaction of celebrating a hard-earned achievement. We set goals with the intention of completing them. So, how do we ensure we choose the right ones for ourselves? It comes down to formulating personalized goals that are realistic and achievable. Let’s explore how we can set ourselves up for success by choosing the right approach to goal setting. Use SMART Goals Goals typically fail due to unrealistic expectations or an objective that isn’t specific enough. Avoid these missteps by choosing a SMART goal for yourself. A smart goal is specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely. It’s easy to say you have a goal of [...]

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5 Ways to Show Gratitude and Give Back While Staying Active

As the year winds down and we enter the busy season of celebrating the holidays, it’s easy to lose sight of counting our blessings. It can be even harder to keep up with healthy habits like exercise. One of the best ways to express gratitude is by finding ways to give back to your community and loved ones. According to the Mayo Clinic Health System, “Studies have shown that feeling thankful can improve sleep, mood, and immunity. Gratitude can decrease depression, anxiety, difficulties with chronic pain, and [the] risk of disease.” Did you know there are ways to express gratitude while staying active? Talk about a win-win situation for your health and wellness! Celebrate this season of thankfulness by trying out these active opportunities to give back. Incorporate an App You can find an app for just about everything these days, [...]

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