Every year we see some type of arrangement of the following three New Year’s resolutions.
- Exercise More
- Lose Weight
- Save Money
As a nation it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to see we’re not doing really well on that list. OK so let’s be disruptive and say, no resolution for me this year. It’s the New Year and the Same Me. Not meaning that’s a negative just being honest that it’s you, just a different year.
Play along here for a moment. Write down two things that you accomplished in 2019 from a health and wellness perspective. Think about the positive energy and pride you gained for those two achievements. First of all, kudos to you!
Now, let’s build on that for 2020.
What can you do this coming year to make those accomplishments a consistent part of your lifestyle routine? Can you energize them, make them even more robust or possibly add a new twist to one?
In sports terms, its’ a “rebuilding” year. A time to regroup, focus on the basics and make your personal foundation even stronger.
Why is this important?
According to US News and Health Report 80% of resolutions fail by week two of February. Now that’s grim. Honestly, I see this firsthand having spent decades in the health and fitness industry.
If you focus on your recent accomplishments and strengthen them the chances for success in 2020 are much higher. You’ve laid a strong foundation and now can move forward with increased knowledge and power.
Use the example of the Yo Yo dieter. Always looking for the magic pill, trying something new each year and ending up disappointed. With fitness resolutions it is the same, I’m going to exercise more is just a cliché if by February it is already by the wayside.
By taking two things your succeeded in doing already, it stays simple and streamlined. To get this kick started I’m offering here my own personal rebuilding plan for 2020.
2020 Rebuilding Plan
Last year what I changed in my routine was adding more strength training to my existing fitness program. Thus, I feel a sense of accomplishment about starting on that path and want to build on it for 2020. One way I’ve done that is I booked my sessions with my trainer already for January and February. Plans in place, check.
The second accomplishment I focused on in 2019 was to get more protein in my diet. As a mature individual I feel it is vital to my health and strength to be proactive about daily protein intake. Personally, I’m a big advocate of the nutrient dense qualities of meat and its’ a vital component of my daily food sources.
For more on why I eat meat see the post “Why I Eat Meat.” I explore my story from 20 years as a vegetarian to now advocate for the benefits of a meat centric diet.
Final Note
Realizing your game plan for 2020 need not be a stressful adventure. Remember find your accomplishments from last year, rebuild them with vim and vigor. Make it easy on yourself by planning ahead, putting commitments on the calendar and finding a pal to keep you on track.
“As human beings, our greatness lies not so much in being able to remake the world ~ that is the myth of the atomic age ~ as in being able to remake ourselves.”
Mahatma Gandhi
Krisna’s book “Finding Lifestyle Sanity: A Survival Guide” is available here.
