New Year, New Life

That is perhaps the biggest cliche in the history of new year's resolutions. Really? a new life? So how come I still wear the same clothes and have the same job?, and don't forget to mention I still weight the same amount as last year, plus five pounds from the holidays? The answer is easy, its because your life isn't new, but your attitude can be.

For some, new years means weight loss. It is practically impossible to stay away from that fruit cake, eggnog, chocolate galore, and every other fattening substance that there is on planet earth. My friend Aaron mentioned once that humans eat calories because it is in our evolutionary genes. We are stocking up for the winter, well I have to tell you we live in an era where calories are no longer a luxury. No need to stock, ya know?! and yet we eat like there's going to be an ice age tomorrow.

I will confess that I have always struggled with myself physically for a very long time, coming from a country where everyone is at least two sizes smaller than me was really not a big help either. Thank you United States for giving me a self esteem boost! however, like the good girl that I am, I am far from being content. After I stopped doing martial arts my muscle world fell and I just became fat. It took the pictures of new year's 2010 to realize I had to do something. So what to do when the world tells you to be thin and its impossible? You can cry in a corner, puke everything you eat ( sooo not good for you) or become healthy.

Vote for option C.

No, to the surprise of many, thin not always means healthy. As a matter of fact, it can mean the complete opposite. Your body is a wonderful machine that works on nutrients. Ya, those things that come with the food. Some foods have more than others , your job is to figure this out. You may be saying at this moment:" Does that mean I have to work at it??" Well yeah! becoming a healthy person is not something that happens overnight, it starts with your attitude and then becomes a way of life. Lucky for you , other geeks like me have done the research, all you have to do is read it here and apply.

I will post a fun fact or a step at least once a week to help you become the healthiest person you have ever been!

STEP 1:

Find a buddy.

Life sucks when you're alone! That is why in the world of the healthy one must always have a friend. I mean have you seen the eighty year old women that walk on the side of the road when you're late to work and are afraid you might hit them? That's exactly what I am talking about. It's actually very easy , especially at this time of the year with everyone trying to loose those 5-10 lbs from the holidays. However, do not storm into your office screaming and crying that you need a friend ( its not very professional), just casually bring it up while you snack or go out to lunch. Once you have your buddy, chat a bit about those things that are hard about dieting and exercise. You might find that you have more than just matching keyboards to compare! We are all in the same boat.

This year promises to be a great year, you can make it the best so far. Your attitude has the greatest impact. As you read this blog promise yourself to make healthy choices and have a happier life. All of which will help you become the fittest, healthiest person you have ever been.


Happy 2011 !!