2020

Tips To Help Stick To Your New Year’s Resolutions

January 14, 2020 By lyndsinreallife Leave a Comment

New Year’s resolutions are something many of us will make each year, and although making those resolutions can be effective, not all of us will stick to them. Perhaps you’re fed up with not living by the promises you made to yourself while a little tipsy the night before? Here are a few tips to help stick to your New Year’s resolutions.

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Be Realistic

When you’re setting goals for anything in life, it’s important to dream big but also to be realistic. Not every goal or resolution you make is going to be something you can ideally achieve within a small amount of time. Like learning a new language in six weeks isn’t something that you’re going to be able to do within that short space of time. If you’re trying to quit smoking, cut down slowly or try vaping from The Vape Mall. Take more realistic goals as your resolution, with the big goal being something you’re working towards achieving eventually. If your goals aren’t realistic, then it’s unlikely you’re going to stick to them.

Make A Plan

A plan is a great way to get down your objectives and the things you need in order to make this resolution happen. For example, if you’re aiming to lose weight during the year, then perhaps thinking about your first steps will help. A change in diet is going to be needed, and maybe you cut certain things out. You might want to note down that you need to join a gym or do X amount of sports classes that you find in your local area. Once you’ve laid out a plan, it’s going to be easier to follow than just making it up as you go.

Track Your Progress

Tracking your process is certainly helpful for seeing how far you’ve come, especially if you have moments of self-doubt. It’s good to give yourself some inspiration in times where you need it, and just to give yourself the opportunity to see the progress made is really good to have. Find a way of tracking it that makes it easy for you and that you can encourage yourself to do regularly. Don’t overcomplicate it, otherwise, you’ll find less motivation to do it on a daily basis.

Don’t Beat Yourself Up

The most important thing to think about when you’re trying to stick to something is that everyone can have days where they fall off. It’s to be expected and something that will likely happen, but it’s essential not to beat yourself up about it. Everyone will have times where they want to give up permanently or give up for just a while, but it’s what you do to get back to where you need to be, that matters the most. So give yourself a break if you need it and then reward yourself when you get back on track.

Sticking with a resolution for the New Year can be difficult, but with the right tips, you can certainly help yourself win!

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Health

Motivational Health Swaps To Make In 2020

January 12, 2020 By lyndsinreallife Leave a Comment

For most people, their resolution for the New Year is to be healthy and yet by this point, the decision has probably been long forgotten, and they are back to their old habits. The motivation just is not there to make the changes that will keep them living their best healthy life.

It’s not about the summer holiday ahead and inevitable bikini photos. What it IS about, however, is your health and your body and the way that you feel. The good thing is that you can swap out a lot of the bad habits you’ve adopted and start living in a way that keeps you feeling well on the inside. Shall we take a look?

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Swap Cocktails For Spirits & Mixers

Cocktails are usually packed with sugary syrups, added colors and plenty of juice. While this makes them delicious, you should consider enjoying a night out with friends by swapping to a spirit and a slimline tonic or diet soda. You can enjoy a night on the town with friends without racking up the calories and adding weight that you don’t want!

Swap Cigarettes For Vapes

While it’s an achievement to give up smoking, some aren’t able to give it up entirely. Buying from GeekVape will allow you to swap out the 20-a-day habit and slowly start cutting back on cigarettes. You know the risks of smoking cigarettes, and swapping that habit this year is going to improve your health massively.

Swap The Elevator For The Stairs

There’s nothing like a brisk walk to start out your day. If you’re on the fifth floor at work, let go of the elevator and use the stairs instead. I always take the stairs instead of the elevator! Just getting your steps up can help your heart and make you fitter. The simple act of taking the stairs instead of the elevator can make a huge difference in your health this year!

Swap Fried For Air-Fried

There’s nothing quite like a plate of hot, salty fries with dip. The problem is the amount of oil that’s used in a fryer. However, if you buy yourself an air-fryer for the kitchen, you can still enjoy hot fries without as much oil to get them crispy and delicious. Something as simple as this can let you have the food you love without the calories to add weight where you don’t want to. The best bit is that you can cook pretty much anything in an air fryer and enjoy it the same way you would have before – just with less oil!

Swap The Car For Your Feet

Healthy swaps are all about getting your health to the best it can be. Leaving the car at home and walking to work or the store is going to make a massive difference to your fitness levels. It’s also going to make you richer because you’re going to spend a lot less money on the gas and use of your car!

Healthy living is all about making you feel good and giving you a chance for health success. Embrace them this year! Happy 2020! 🙂

•What are your New Years goals? How do you want to get healthier this summer? Comment below!

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Health

How to Stick to Your Health Goals

January 10, 2020 By lyndsinreallife Leave a Comment

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Happy New Year 2020!

We all want to be healthier and feel great but sometimes, it’s a lot easier to revert to our old bad habits – even when we know they’re bad! One of the reasons for this is that once we reach our goal, we relax the rules and wind up right back where we started. This is why so many people do yo-yo dieting and end up far heavier than when they started.

Instead of making a heap of big changes all at once, it’s far better to start with one small change and build up. Once you have achieved a small success, you get the confidence you need to make the next change. But how do you achieve that first step?

Be Accountable

If you are trying to lose weight but you’re the only one who cares, it’s quite easy to slip back into old habits, because you only have to justify it to yourself. But when you have someone else hold you accountable for your actions, it means that you aren’t just working for yourself but for that person, too. This isn’t about being told off, though; it’s about knowing you have the support you need to make considered changes.

Signing up for a program like Working Against Gravity is a great option for this. By working with a nutritionist, you get all the advice you need and someone looking out for you. With the right kind of support, you can go at your own pace, set your own goals and still know that you are going to make progress.

Notice the Changes

Part of the reason that some people give up on their health goals is that they stop noticing a difference. Because they can’t see a change in the mirror, they assume nothing is happening. But, if you take the time to write down how you are feeling and monitor your stats, you will see a steady improvement over time.

Keeping a bullet journal to track your health is a great way to focus in on the key things you want to learn about yourself. For example, you could track your blood pressure or make a note of the weights you lifted or how many reps you did at the gym. You could also track your hunger and what you’re eating to see if you are snacking more or less and what you’re eating. The more you track, the more differences you will see and the more you’ll want to carry on.

Reward Yourself

Learning new ways to reward yourself is always going to be fun. If you tend to reward yourself with bad food, now is a time to change things up and find new things to enjoy. A warm bubble bath, a night out dancing with your friends, or any number of things could be perfect for you.

Remember that if you want to make a positive change, you have to think in a positive way. Aim for something good instead of running from something bad. Make your new lifestyle the one you want to keep!

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Health

Entering 2020 With The Calmest Outlook Possible

December 29, 2019 By lyndsinreallife Leave a Comment

Entering 2020 with the most peaceful mindset possible is a really beneficial New Years resolution to aim for. Christmas can be a stressful time for many reasons, so finding some kind of calm as you transition from one decade to the next might be a little tricky. Though, there are a few innovative ideas that you may just help you shed your worries and start afresh with your best foot forward. So if you want to know more about what you can do to rid yourself of negative energy in the new year, then read on to uncover some of the best top tips and tricks that you can make the most of to find peace in no time at all!

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Pay Attention To Your Health

Peace comes from within, so if you’re failing to lay the best foundations for your mind and body to thrive, you are essentially falling at the very first hurdle. You have to pay attention to your health and ensure that you provide yourself with all of the vitamins and minerals that you need to reach your full potential every day. The food that you eat can have a massive impact upon the way that you feel, as a large amount of popular junk foods contain artificial preservatives, flavors, and colors, along with high levels of salt, sugar and fat. These can all send your energy levels on a rollercoaster ride, and cause so many health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and low mood. Eating a diet that’s rich in fresh fruit and vegetables is the best route you can take, adding in complex carbohydrates and lean protein, along with small portions of healthy fat sources such as nuts and seeds. You can also find many different extras that you may want to combine with your new diet, such as the products offered by Supplement First that can provide you with a helpful boost of calm.

Take Part In Peaceful Practice

There are several peaceful practices that just may be the perfect addition to your daily schedule, and they couldn’t be simpler to master. One of the best activities you can take part in is meditation, and it’s so easy to do. Just find a comfortable and quiet location to sit down and focus, relieving all of the pressure and tension from your muscles, unclenching your jaw and generally relaxing your body, while clearing your head of all passing thoughts. The longer you can hold the state of stillness and tranquility, the more relaxed you will feel over time, as it helps to provide a more balanced view and teach better levels of patience. Yoga is also an exercise that can help to relieve some pressure from both your body and mind, so seeking a regular session at your local gym may be a great idea.

Entering 2020 with the calmest outlook possible couldn’t be simpler when you make the most of the steps detailed above!

•How do you practice being calm? What are your 2020 resolutions? Comment below!

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