Aussies about to kick off their New Year resolutions could need help staying on track, as over half (57%) admit they find it difficult to maintain healthy habits, according to new research. <\/p>\n
The data from number one global nutrition and food tracking app, MyFitnessPal, found that while nine in ten Gen Z (82%) and millennial (80%) Australians have set themselves a New Year\u2019s resolution for 2024, only one in ten (12%) will maintain them this year.<\/p>\n
Psychologist, nutrition and fitness expert, Leanne Hall said; \u201cThere\u2019s no doubt this is a popular time of year to make some lifestyle changes, the problem is that we tend to set ourselves ambitious and unrealistic resolutions that are difficult to maintain. Aussies are more likely to achieve their goals by focusing on making small changes, and taking small steps to a healthier lifestyle.\u201d<\/p>\n
Leanne shares her top five tips for how Aussies can stay on track with their health goals this year. <\/p>\n
Focus on creating new habits<\/strong><\/p>\n The concept of a New Year\u2019s resolution is outdated. It encourages people to set themselves a huge target that\u2019s often unrealistic and the result is that, more than often, they give up. Instead, focus on how you can create new habits that will help you reach your goals for the long-term.<\/p>\n Break goals down into small steps <\/strong><\/p>\n The first step to creating a new habit is to break your goal down into smaller steps. For example, rather than \u2018losing weight\u2019, try being more specific and including more sustainable changes such as \u2018adding more leafy greens\u2019 or \u2018adding more regular exercise into my day\u2019. Focusing on something positive you can add to your lifestyle, rather than removing \u2018bad\u2019 foods will also be helpful.<\/p>\n