Health Resolutions To Make For 2020

A new year has begun. It is time for renewal and rebirth. The beginning of the year is when you eschew all old habits and toxic behavior that are no longer serving you and start practicing betterment in your physical and emotional health. Many people chalk up new year resolutions but are unable to follow it all the way through.

Sticking to any resolution requires grit, determination, and discipline, and not all of us have what it takes to follow through with drastic epiphanies. That’s alright. Take small steps into a healthier life.

Want to know how you can make sustainable new year health resolutions that you can commit to in 2020? Read on below.

• Look inwards, not outwards – Do you wish to set health goals for the year 2020 that won’t fall through halfway down the year? Stop setting your health resolutions to compare with your peers’. Making tiny lifestyle changes can add up to measurable health benefits. How about making a rule to take the stairs whenever possible? Instead of having unrealistic expectations, create simple to-dos for yourself this year, like choosing to walk up the stairs instead of taking the elevator/escalator.
• Ease out of bad habits – Do you smoke? Maybe you should cut down the number of cigarettes you smoke every day. Drink often? Perhaps, you could size it down to occasional sips. Are you addicted to binge-eating junk food? How about stocking up healthier snack alternatives at home? Nobody can eliminate bad habits learned overtime at a go. You don’t need to. As long as you recognize your bad habits and then take proactive steps to limit these, you will be able to lead a much healthier life this new year.
• Go on a digital detox – If you find it challenging to stay away from your multimedia devices, you could try switching off for a day or two. You will feel loads better when you do this. We accumulate a lot of unrequired stress, anxiety, and ill-feeling when we spend hours browsing our social media feeds. Device time can interfere with our sleep routine and quality. Going device-free can have significant benefits on your wellbeing. Minimize the time you spend on your smartphone if you cannot commit to an all-out digital detox.
• Exercise regularly – Again, you don’t need to sign up for a gym membership if you are somebody who isn’t accustomed to regular physical activity. Begin with a daily walk around your neighborhood or break into a dance with your nephew/niece to keep their spirits up. You will be surprised at how much calories you can burn with these regular at-home activities. In fact, doing household chores like sweeping and wiping the floor not only keeps your surroundings de-cluttered and your mind fresh. They also help you work your joints and muscles. Washing dishes is a great arm workout too!

If you are planning a healthy 2020 ahead of you, try to make a few health resolutions that you find amenable to your situation. If not, our health consultants at Phoenix Family Health Clinic are always available at your service.

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