New Year's Resolutions Are Overrated: Start Now!

New Year's Resolutions are Overrated (Those are NOT my hands!! :) )

Resolutions… why is it that this word annoys me every January 1^st? 

Probably because so many people say “this year I am going to ….” but have no real expectation to actually complete it, especially if they get behind in their resolution. I feel it’s because our society has created this negative thought process that we need to fix ourselves at the beginning of the year every year and if we don’t do it at that time, then it’s pointless and we have to wait until the next year to start the cycle all over again.  

But I see people every day starting and accomplishing resolutions.  I feel that my office door has an amazing “window to the Kroc”.  I see people transforming as they walk by and wave at me. Yes I see the obvious weight loss but more importantly I see the swelling of confidence and attitude. I love that resolutions can happen at any time not just January 1st every year. Last August I decided that I needed to take care of myself, take time for myself and be healthy.  I realized I wanted to see my grandchildren someday so I better take care of this body so it will take care of me.  

Six months later I feel healthier and I have more energy than I have had in 17 years (when my first son was born).  It sounds a little arrogant but I am proud of myself for sticking with it.  The longer I stuck with it the easier it has been.  My community of friends at the Kroc have been supportive every step of the way and I also received a ton of support from doing Performance Training here at the Kroc.  When I am not in class they ask me, where have you been? And my trainer works with me to ensure I'm eating right and holds me accountable to workouts. It is certainly money well spent.

It does not matter how much weight I have lost or how many pant sizes I went down, what has made a difference in my resolution is that I did it on my terms, when I was ready and with my own expectations. 

Have you ever started a resolution?  How did it go?  Were you a part of a community of support?   

Did you set yourself up for success?  What helped you stick with it or what was a reason you were not able to complete your goals?  Will you start again?

I truly look forward to hearing from you as we enter this journey together.

P.S.
 - One site I've grown to love for helping me stay on track with my eating is the Hungry Girl site. They have great recipes for everything from sweet treats to healthy dinners and alot of tips, tricks, and encouragement.