{"id":32885,"date":"2021-12-29T07:14:27","date_gmt":"2021-12-29T07:14:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourlifeassist.co.za\/sunint\/new-years-resolution-get-fit-tick\/"},"modified":"2022-06-27T13:25:28","modified_gmt":"2022-06-27T13:25:28","slug":"new-years-resolution-get-fit-tick","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourlifeassist.co.za\/sunint\/new-years-resolution-get-fit-tick\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year\u2019s Resolution: Get fit (tick)"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cGet fit\u201d may be one of your 2022 New Year\u2019s resolutions, but with a busy schedule and little energy, how do you stay motivated?<\/p>\n

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  1. Start small
    \n<\/strong>Make your fitness goals doable. Commit to 15 minutes a day. Once you get going, you\u2019ll probably want to keep exercising for longer, but if not, then a 15-minute walk or workout is better than none. Achieving small goals builds confidence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. Choose your friends
      \n<\/strong>Motivation is found in your social circle. If your friends are watching Netflix after work, you might do the same. But if they\u2019re going for a swim, or walk, you\u2019ll want to go too. Surround yourself with \u201cGet fit\u201d like-minded people.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. Keep active-wear handy
        \n<\/strong>Keep some active-wear at work, in your car, or backpack. Even 10 minutes has health benefits, so grab your shoes and get walking during your lunch break. Exercise is one of the ways, to help deal with stress.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. Fun first!
          \n<\/strong>Running on a treadmill is great, but can be a bore. The body was designed to move and the more enjoyable exercise is for you, the more often you will do it. Think of things you enjoy, but also get your body moving. When the goal is fun first, your brain will welcome an active lifestyle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Convenience
            \n<\/strong>Choose a location that is easy to get to. You\u2019ll be more likely to keep it up if the gym or park is on the way home or to work.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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            1. Use your kids
              \n<\/strong>They need exercise too, so if you can\u2019t find the time alone, schedule family night walks, bike rides, or crazy dancing sessions. Get everyone moving!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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              1. Know yourself
                \n<\/strong>Does your body need slow strength building or fast-paced high intensity? Do you have more energy before or after work for exercise? Knowing what suits your body helps keep you motivated.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                For further ideas or support, call LifeAssist and speak to a counsellor for free, to help you plan your new year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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