Stick to realistic goal to be really healthy

Find a workout that is challenging but doable, january is when too many people overcommit, people say we are going to the gym every day. 

Then they can't achieve that. 

Their muscles feel like they're dying, and when they stop, they stop. 

"We know it happens in about two weeks."

Just pick three classes a week and commit to that for a month; then work your way to four.

Get yourself a realistic goal, but realistic does not mean mind numbing, challenge is essential, that is why adults prefer difficult crosswords over children's jigsaws.

"Activities that are not challenging are not sustainable" for people. 

"The attention of even the seemingly laziest of people is sustained when engaged in challenging activities."

People tend to set lofty goals without planning for the inevitable obstacles.

"Many hopeful exercisers with will set goals beyond their physical and emotional capabilities,". 

With the new year comes this new-found dedication but you are who you are. 

People don't plan for laziness or fatigue or predict their desire for junk food."

To navigate the ups and downs, experts suggests making a list of the tangible, immediate benefits of your workout, from the afterglow of accomplishment to the reassuringly sore muscles, as well as whatever goals you covet in the long term.

"Oftentimes just having visual evidence of the impact of your workout can give you a powerful feeling," he said.

To keep body and mind guessing, experts suggests switching up your routine every two months or so.

"Life requires a bit of change to keep one's interest peaked".

Success lies not in the grand gesture, but in the baby steps taken every day.

"Break your resolution down into small bite-sized steps. 

"One of the main reasons most people give up on their resolution is that it's too overwhelming to make a major change."

Adding 10 minutes of activity to your day may not sound like much, but small, simple changes have more of a lasting impact than big ones that aren't manageable in the long run, the best way to stay committed is to not go overboard.

"Try not to commit to a total life style change overnight. "this leads to burn out."

Instead, make a smaller resolution, such as to work out for 30 minutes three times a week, and make that non-negotiable.

If you can fit in more, that's great.

Fitness become an appointment, but going with a friend makes it easy to try new things. 

And while fitness clothes don't make the workout, take advantage of the plethora of outfit choices available today can lift the exercising spirit.

You're more likely to go to exercise, if you feel you look good.