โ€œAlways bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any one thing.โ€ โ€“ Abraham Lincoln

Happy New Year everyone. Many people will make resolutions at the start of the New Year but they are hard to live up to. I checked the internet to see what the most popular resolutions were but they varied on different sources.

Basically the TOP 5 included these six: losing weight; getting in better shape, becoming more financially stable, spending more time with family and loved ones (Really? Then stop ignoring them to go shopping on Thanksgiving); quit smoking or drinking and enjoying life more.

Number one is usually losing weight and going to the gym. Fitness centers will be packed these next three months with enthusiastic fitness newbies or returning patrons. The problem is it can be overwhelming and quite a daunting task.

Remember, you didnโ€™t gain weight or get out of shape overnight so it will be a slow process. Set realistic goals. If you need help hire a fitness trainer or bring a friend to keep your motivation up.

There is no secret pill, food or exercise. There is also a lot of misinformation out there and silly gadgets. It takes work and smarter eating. You could bust your butt in the gym and never see any positive changes if you donโ€™t change what goes into your body. So letโ€™s start there.

Below I have included a nice bullet list of things you should do to help you achieve your fitness goals by simply changing your eating habits. Good Luck!

The ME PRINCIPLE. You can eat whatever you want in MODERATION with a steady diet of EXERCISE!

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In order to succeed with a diet, you must understand that it is a change of lifestyle and learning to eat sensibly to achieve personal goals; in addition to becoming a healthier person.

SIMPLE RULES TO SUCCESSFUL DIETING

  • Half the battle is won at the store. Shop smart. If you donโ€™t buy it you canโ€™t eat it.

  • Cut down on fat intake. Avoid saturated fats (partially hydrogen