New Year, New You: Seven Tips to Make a 2025 Wellness Plan that Sticks
Have you ever set a new year’s resolution where you tried adopting healthier habits? If so, chances are you’ve had a least a few that didn’t work out. You buy a planner, sign up for a gym membership, and swear off desserts. But by the time February comes along, the planner is collecting dust, you haven’t been to the gym in weeks, and ice cream has returned to your freezer once more. If all this seems relatable, you’re not alone! Changing your habits is no easy task – that’s why we’ve compiled seven tips for making a wellness plan that sticks in 2025:
1. Set Small Goals to Get Moving in the Right Direction
Dreaming of running a marathon? That sounds amazing, but how about we start with a daily 10-minute jog? Big goals are great, but they can be intimidating when you’re just getting started. Instead, try breaking your goals down into small, manageable steps. Baby steps may be small, but they still move you forward.
2. Tailor Your Plan to Your Needs and Interests
If your wellness plan feels like a punishment, it’s doomed. Don’t like the gym? Try riding a bike! Need to reduce stress? Try doing some yoga in the morning. You are far more likely to stay consistent with habits that you find fun and rewarding. The best wellness plan is the one you will stick to.
3. Buddy Up
Whether it’s a workout partner, an accountability group, or a friendly neighbor who reminds you to hydrate, having someone cheer you on can make all the difference. Also, celebrating your wins is way more fun with friends.
4. Aim for Progress, Not Perfection
Never let perfection stand in the way of progress. Missed a workout? Ate too many cookies? No big deal. Focus on what you did achieve and aim to do a little better tomorrow. Progress that isn’t ideal is still progress.
5. Prep Like a Pro
Set yourself up for success by removing barriers. Pack your gym bag the night before, chop vegetables in advance, or keep your journal by your bed. The easier you make it, the less likely you are to skip it.
6. Milestones Matter!
Hit your step goal for a week? Treat yourself with a warm bath, or a rewatch of your favorite movie. It’s important to celebrate every milestone, even if they seem small. Rewarding progress reinforces positive habits.
7. Stay Flexible
Life happens, and sometimes goals need tweaking. If your morning yoga routine isn’t working, switch to evenings. If your original plan feels overwhelming, scale back. Adjusting doesn’t mean failing – it means you have adaptability and resilience in pursuit of your goals.
Need a little extra help? That’s where your Motivation Alliance portal comes in. With the portal’s wide range of features, it’s easier than ever to build and maintain healthy habits.
Want to make a wellness plan, but aren’t sure how to organize it? Motivation Alliance’s Wellness Plan page acts as an online wellness journal – complete with an easy, four step template to get you started. Want to be more active, but aren’t ready to get a gym membership yet? Start with the basics by tracking your steps via the Steps page, which allows you to easily set goals, see your monthly bests, and even integrates with common step trackers like Apple Health and Fitbit! And that’s just the start. Motivation Alliance offers even more ways to help you find what works best for you and your lifestyle.
This year, let go of perfection and focus on progress. With a little help and a lot of determination, 2025 can be your healthiest year yet!
***********************************************************************
Resources:
8 tips to help you stick to your exercise plan. Find Medicare Plans and Health Insurance Coverage. (2022, April 26). https://communication.humana.com/content/humana-communication/us/en/health-and-well-being/hwnewsletter/8-tips.html
Michael Rogge, M. D. (2023, December 28). Crafting healthier resolutions. Mayo Clinic Health System. https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/resolutions
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2024, October 7). Physical Wellness Toolkit. National Institutes of Health. https://www.nih.gov/health-information/physical-wellness-toolkit
Disclaimer:
We want you to be well and to live your best life. The content in this blog is provided for the purposes to educate and entertain you: our very important reader. It is not intended as medical advice or as substitute for medical advice from a trained healthcare professional.
If you have a medical condition or are under the care of a medical provider, please always seek the advice of a qualified medical professional before undertaking a new health care regimen. To that point, never disregard medical advice or delay treatment for a medical condition because of something you read on this site.
Listen to your care providers as they know you and your conditions best. Thank you for reading!
The Team at BSDI