5 Tips for your New Year’s Exercise Resolution

Yes it is that time of year again where we all come up with a New Year’s resolution. At the time of making up this resolution the intent is always there however the following through on achieving these goals sometimes gets put on the wayside. That may be the cynical side of me coming out however this year with the growing trend of people being deemed by studies as being over - weight or obese, I would like to put it to you that this year’s resolution should be to start up an exercise program coupled with the planning of a nutritious diet plan.

To go with this New Year resolution enthusiasm we have created a few tips below that should give you some guidance or inspiration to finally get that body that you deserve and have been missing since your youth. 

1.    Visit your Health Care professional

If you haven’t exercised for a while and you have any types of ailments it is better to get the OK from your health care professional. Early injuries will lead to an unpleasant experience being had. If this happens it is more than likely that keeping up your new exercise routine will become a chore and will be easily dropped. Tick this one off of the list early you are away.   

2.    Exercise Regularly

The good thing about exercise is that it is personal to you. However the motivation of starting an exercise routine for your New Year resolution or for whatever reason will wane over time. After a period of time any gains or more to the point weight losses that you may have achieved early on will be lost. As we are all creatures of habit and statistics show that people who can set a designated time into their day to complete an exercise routine will be more likely to continue on then it is important to make sure that you schedule this exercise time in.  

3.    Build up your Exercise Routine over time

You don’t have to kill yourself on day 1 buy lifting heavy weights or start running a marathon. It’s about gradually increasing your exercise to meet your lifestyle and building as you go. My suggestion would be to start off with a manageable 15 - 30 minute brisk walk and start building up to being able to jog for the full 30 minutes. Set yourself goals as you go and gradually increase over time. It is amazing that after a few weeks’ things you struggle with today will be very easily accomplished.

4.    Exercise with a Buddy

If you have someone to exercise with then the experience is enhanced and you will find that the results that you achieve generally will be higher. I will qualify myself on this point if you find that you are exercising with someone who is not as committed as you then this may not be the case. However find someone that has your enthusiasm for losing weight and becoming fitter and you will find that you will inspire each other to reach your goals.

5.    Set yourself a diet plan

The exercise that you have been completing is fantastic for your body and you will be starting to gain in energy and looking fantastic however to maximise your results it is imperative that you set yourself a diet plan. This doesn’t mean that you have to give up all your foods that you love but by understanding what types of foods that you are eating and start to remove the more fatty foods out of your diet and adding healthier options. There are plenty of diet plans and foods that taste great and aren’t that overly expensive. It may require a little bit more time in food preparation however once you start down this path you won’t go back.



If you would like to be more appealing to the opposite sex or would like to start receiving compliments from your friends, colleagues or partner then this New Year’s resolution you should do something for yourself and find exercise, diet and fitness. The results that you will achieve will be noticeable quickly; you will feel healthier, more energetic and confident to meet whatever comes up this New Year. Who knows it may be the year for that special person to come into your life. Be fit and be well this New Year from the newsfitness.com team.