Another brand new year is here and as
usual, some of us may be debating whether or not to set New Year resolutions. However,
one thing no one can argue with is the need to be healthy. This is because
without good health, you simply cannot achieve anything- whether or not you
have a resolution.
This New Year 2016, Olime Health is on a
mission to make you a healthier person. Here are six simple steps you can take
to have a happier, healthier 2016.
Becoming a healthier you
- Find a drive and set a target: Finding some compelling reasons to stay healthier as well as
setting targets for yourself will push you to embark on a journey of becoming
a healthier you. This is because when there is a compelling reason, humans
by nature are driven to do things and we naturally like to achieve
targets.
- Develop an action plan: After setting a healthy lifestyle goal, develop a plan of
action to help you achieve the goal.
- Get a truthful witness: Living a healthy lifestyle is a journey, and like any other
journey, it can be difficult to keep up or maintain the momentum. Getting
someone you trust to act as a truthful witness to push you on your
healthier lifestyle journey is very helpful. Remember two is better than
one. Get someone so you can remind each other daily of your healthy lifestyle goals. With that, it is
easier to stick with the healthy lifestyle plans or choices you have
decided to make. In other words, you need someone to be a scorekeeper.
- Start or Join a health club: A health club is a good place to go when you are looking for
encouragement or you will like to know how others maintain healthier
lifestyles. You cannot go wrong with a social support system, we all need one.
- Discuss health at home: You can also hold healthy lifestyle discussions at home. In
such a discussion, you may look at how to support one another in making
healthy choices. It will also be a good period to modify any unhealthy habits
and behaviour in the family.
- Look for a nutritionist or a dietitian: Find a professional with whom you can chat concerning your lifestyle choices. You can also invite the professional to your health club and your home.
So, get started today. By following these
steps, you are on track to a healthy new year.
Follow us for credible health information and tips as you continue with your healthy lifestyle journey in 2016. You can follow us on Become A Healthier You, Olime Health and on Twitter
Page last reviewed: 04/01/2016
Next review due: 01/01/2017
Follow us for credible health information and tips as you continue with your healthy lifestyle journey in 2016. You can follow us on Become A Healthier You, Olime Health and on Twitter
Page last reviewed: 04/01/2016
Next review due: 01/01/2017
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About contributor
Irene Danquah, ANutr holds a BSc Biochemistry from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana and an MSc Public Health Nutrition from the University of Southampton, UK. Irene is member of the UK Association for Nutrition (AfN) and the Ghana Nutrition Association. She is on the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) as an Associate Nutritionist. Irene is the 'Author of Become A Healthier You' Get it on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1Cg8zpV or at Add Pharma, Movenpick Hotel, Accra or Ringway Chemists, Opp the Ghana Police Headquarters, near Country Kitchen..
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2 comments:
Thanks for sharing. Where can I find some health clubs in Accra?
Hello Gameli, I know of individuals, who have formed health clubs and keep fit clubs as well. What about forming a health club with your friends?
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