Most people have realized the importance of being active and eating healthier. But something always seems to get in the way of making a change. For some, it’s the shear fear or intimidation of making changes that stops them in their tracks!

Spring is just around the corner and there’s no better time to make the commitment to take the first step. I have always preached to make small changes, keep it simple and find ways to easily fit a healthy, active lifestyle into your day. Taking that first step will be the most difficult, but after that, it becomes a habit and  part of your lifestyle.

Regardless of what your goals might be such as losing weight, decrease your risk of certain diseases or boost your energy level, the approach is the same – Put Yourself in a Position to Win.

First, you need to get moving more, Most people take about 2,000 steps a day. However, the goal is to steadily increase to 10,000 steps a day. A step counter (pedometer) starting at about $10, can help you keep track and know immediately how active you’ve been. Moving more can mean going for a walk at lunch, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or joining a walk/run group/program. Dancing, cycling or any activity that get you up and moving will be of great benefit.

Not only does your body need to move more but your muscles, that burn the calories you eat, need to be challenged. A simple routine of strengthening exercises does that job. If you’re intimidated and can’t even contemplate joining a gym, you’re not alone, it happens to many. Therefore, I’d suggest a series of sit ups, push ups, plank exercises, lunges and squats that can be done in your home. Fifteen to 20 minutes , 3 to 5 times a week is all it takes. If you’re not familiar with these exercises, have someone that is  show you, or review fitness magazines, books or internet sites that have video instructions.

There’s no doubt changes in your eating habits need to happen especially if you want to lose weight or basically have more energy and feel better. Consider small, simple changes to have a long, lasting impact. Start by reducing the portion size you eat. Be careful not to change your eating habits too quickly or to make too many changes. Give your body and mind a chance to adjust. View your changes as a treat to yourself rather than an exercise in deprivation. You do need to be aware of how much and what types of foods you’re eating. Otherwise, eating habits get out of hand.

I encourage everyone to take the first step, keep it simple, stay focused, reduce your portion sizes and the amount of fatty and sugary foods you eat and have a positive attitude. You’ll then be Putting Yourself in a Position to WIN.

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==>Before you begin a thing, remind yourself that difficulties and delays that may lie ahead are quite impossible to forsee, you can only see one thing clearly, that is YOUR GOAL… form a mental vision of that and cling to it through thick and thin==<

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