WI TH THE T EMP TAT I ONS OF THE HOL I DAY S
behind us, many of us are motivated to start fresh
when it comes to our health. We’re making plans to
change the way we live, leaving bad habits behind.
However, when it comes to New Year’s resolutions,
whether you want to lose weight, exercise more, quit
smoking or reduce your stress, most people slide back
into their preresolution patterns by spring. This year,
we encourage you to take a new approach—increase
your health day by day throughout the year.
ONE DAY AT A TIME
According to Harvard Medical School, the best way to
jump-start healthy change in your life is to:
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Make a personal plan
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Break it down into manageable steps
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Track your results
This way, you can see and feel great about your
progress as you make steps toward your goal.
This year, incorporate one healthy change each
month, and track your success daily. For instance, in
January plan to begin eating a healthy breakfast each
morning. Mark the days you do this on your calendar.
In February, begin choosing water instead of soda. In
March, start walking three times a week.
The great thing is that you can customize your plan,
making the choices you want most for your health.
ENJOY THE RESULTS
After 12 months of tracking these mini changes, you’ll
be delighted at how easy it was to incorporate healthy
changes into your life and stick to them. By taking
small steps and paying attention daily, you’ll find at the
end of the year that a healthy you is also a happy you.
Healthy YOU through
the new year
Jan./Feb. 2013
Southwest
P e a c e H e a l t h
healt
“
I think in
terms of the
day’s
resolutions,
not the yearʼs.”
—
Henry Moore
Throughout this issue, you’ll
find tips for a healthier 2013!
Start the year off right by
scheduling your annual checkup
or screening. Call your doctor or
visit
FindYourDoctorRight.com
.