In the winter time, Canadians look forward to spring and summer patient-less. Many of us experience winter blues, also known as SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), while others may experience what I like to call “hibernation season syndrome” characterized by endless time spent in bed sleeping and resisting the need to get up. Whatever your behaviour may be for dealing with the harsh Canadian winter, rest assured that spring is right around the corner! In fact, the official date for spring this year is today: Thursday, March 20th.
Many people choose the New Year to set new goals and resolutions. But why wait a whole year for a break through? Spring is a great time to start planning and realizing your dreams including any new or old resolutions. I always think of spring as the perfect time to get fit for summer: eat healthier, meditate, exercise more, sleep better, pick up a new hobby, for example, dancing, learning a new language, or anything else that that your heart desires.
Many people choose the New Year to set new goals and resolutions. But why wait a whole year for a break through? Spring is a great time to start planning and realizing your dreams including any new or old resolutions. I always think of spring as the perfect time to get fit for summer: eat healthier, meditate, exercise more, sleep better, pick up a new hobby, for example, dancing, learning a new language, or anything else that that your heart desires.
Start your spring resolution by setting small, realistic goals. Be concrete about what you want to achieve and don’t give up trying if you don’t succeed the first few times. For instance, my goal is to engage in at least 15 minutes of physical activity such as weight training every day, except the weekend. I want to gain more muscle mass, increase my energy level, and feel better overall. Starting small means you won’t set yourself up for failure. Dream big, but start small.
Write down specifically what you want to attain and track your progress. Decide on a deadline if you’d like; this may help especially if you are more goal-oriented as opposed to process-oriented. Remember to prioritize (new goals take up time which you normally spend on something else) and remain positive throughout the process. After all, even the slightest attempt to improve and meet your goals counts!
For those of you who are serious about getting healthy and fit this spring (or in the near future), I highly recommend “The Hormone Diet” by Dr. Natasha Turner, ND. In her groundbreaking book she shares some very valuable advice on how to stay healthy by keeping our hormones in balance. Truly an interesting read!
If you’d like to include more physical activity as part of your spring resolution, consider joining one of our dance classes. Click here for more information.
Please share your comments! What is your Spring Resolution?
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Write down specifically what you want to attain and track your progress. Decide on a deadline if you’d like; this may help especially if you are more goal-oriented as opposed to process-oriented. Remember to prioritize (new goals take up time which you normally spend on something else) and remain positive throughout the process. After all, even the slightest attempt to improve and meet your goals counts!
For those of you who are serious about getting healthy and fit this spring (or in the near future), I highly recommend “The Hormone Diet” by Dr. Natasha Turner, ND. In her groundbreaking book she shares some very valuable advice on how to stay healthy by keeping our hormones in balance. Truly an interesting read!
If you’d like to include more physical activity as part of your spring resolution, consider joining one of our dance classes. Click here for more information.
Please share your comments! What is your Spring Resolution?
Diva in Heels
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