New Year Series - Healthy Eating and Fitness, Plymouth

So, as we look back on those long Christmas lunches, those delicious delicacies and all that demon drink, we know it’s time to tighten the reins. When the days get colder the warming snacks somehow get even more tempting.

Yet, what are we encouraged to replace all that seasonal self-indulgence with?  Yep, you got it - the healthy stuff!

Yes, it’s the ‘New Year’ influence, kick-starting us somewhat reluctantly into action. It’s time to sit down (not for long enough to get comfortable, of course) and review our health and fitness.

How often have you thought to yourself "Yes, this year I will get healthy. I will get fit. Drop a dress size and feel good about myself". How often do your good intentions wither during the second week of January, as the demands of family life over-ride the dream of a fit, healthy lifestyle?

Well, how about tackling the ‘second week in January’, slump by motivating your whole family to get involved? Before you imagine a contentious battle with your children, the TV remote and a keep fit DVD, think of the huge benefits to be had - including the boosted self esteem.

 

Time for action!

If you make your activities exciting, you’ll be more likely to maintain a good level of fitness. So bringsome fun back into the home. For example you could jig around the house to music or hold a dancing competition.

Yes, even Mums and Dads can battle it out as they impersonate John Travolta and Olivia Newton John in the living room!

Or why not rummage through the garden shed and see what delights you can unearth? Give those footballs, basketball hoops and tennis rackets a new lease of life.

 

In addition, invest in your health!

 

Munch on the good stuff….

You won’t have to look far for an avalanche of information on healthy eating. And what better time is there to re-evaluate your diet than in the New Year?  Clear out those kitchen cupboards, bin foods that you no longer want or food that will not assist a healthy diet.

 

Healthy Eating Tips:

 

At an ideal stage in their lives, children of primary school age are more receptive to learning about healthy food and the benefits that go with physical activity.

It is now that they start to help choose their lifestyles, so good guidance is important. It can begin their year with good eating habits and regular fitness. Plus, it can begin the habit of a lifetime, too.

 

 

 

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