13 ways to keep your New Year's resolutions, according to fitness trainers
In case you need some tips to stick to your resolutions
"It doesn't matter what you look like when you don't feel good. A great body is awesome, but it won't make you happy long-term unless your commitment to weight-loss is based in your happiness and health. People who have earned their body through hard work and dedication to long-term results are some of the happiest people i know, because their results are based on being centered in who they are, not what they look like." —, creator of the 8 WEEKS TO CHANGE program and trainer on E!'s Revenge Body
"That's my daily motto. I check in with myself every morning when I wake up — if I'm still thinking about the same thing, it's immediately my top of each day. Make your health a priority and you'll be surprised that you can make time, you can make a change, and you can see a difference!" —, creator of RK Fitness, Nike Master Trainer, and Barry's Bootcamp Master Trainer
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"When you know what to do, it frees your mind up to focus on taking action. On the other hand, a lack of clarity almost always leads to a lack of follow-through." —Adam Rosante, fitness and Nutrition coach and author of
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"There's a reason that most people put the weight back on after they go through a New Year's resolution: They aren't looking for long-term changes. Really focus on why you want to improve your health, not just what you need to do in the short term to make sure you meet your goals. This will ensure you're on the right track long after you ring in the New Year." —Joseph Holder, Nike trainer and trainer
"Try not to think about what you're giving up to create positive change in your habits and/or lifestyle; it's about what you're gaining, whether that be more energy, more muscle tone, fitness friendships/community, more knowledge, etc." —, creator of The Stoked Method
"I like the bathroom mirror in lipstick or eyeliner. And phrase it with authority and confidence! 'I go to the gym three days a week cause I'm a badass bitch from hell and my body is a wonderland.'" —Julia Lucas, head coach
"And love them hard! I'm all about the tribe... my fit fam is everything to me. They are a support system and they provide endless inspiration — laughs and positive vibes only!" —, Modelfit trainer
"Don't be too hard on yourself and don't try to drastically change your daily routine! Make small steps to a bigger goal. Smaller changes are easier to incorporate, and you're less likely to give up." —, Nike trainer
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"Find a friend, a family member, a trainer, nutritionist, health coach, whoever to help you stay accountable and on course. Having someone who will give you that extra push or encouragement can make all the difference, pushing you through extra rough patches and breaking negative cycles that we have a hard time breaking on our own. Plus, you'll have someone to celebrate with once you achieve your goal!" —Lauren Williams, Nike trainer
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"Find things you enjoy that are also healthy for you, so it feels like nourishment not punishment." —Phoenix Carnevale, instructor at Daily Burn and Equinox
"We're loyal to our jobs, our friends, our significant others... Why can't we stay loyal to ourselves? If there is one thing that is truly important and deserves your loyalty, it's your health!" —Amanda Kloots, creator of
"I have something I call a Dream Board. I wake up and have coffee in front of my dreams every morning. Post pictures with specific goals written on them so each morning you're reminded of what's important to you." —, creator of LIFTED
"Habits take time to form, and more time to change; in both cases, consistency is key. How to stay consistent? Use what motivates you: an inspiring picture (how you want to look or what you want to do), metrics (how fast you want to run, how much weight you want to be able to lift, how many days you want to work out per month), social accountability (who you'll work out with, who you'll share your struggles and successes with), or rewards (gifts you give yourself along the way) — and check in every day to keep sight of your progress." —Jared Kaplan, founder of
"It doesn't matter what you look like when you don't feel good. A great body is awesome, but it won't make you happy long-term unless your commitment to weight-loss is based in your happiness and health. People who have earned their body through hard work and dedication to long-term results are some of the happiest people i know, because their results are based on being centered in who they are, not what they look like." —, creator of the 8 WEEKS TO CHANGE program and trainer on E!'s Revenge Body
"That's my daily motto. I check in with myself every morning when I wake up — if I'm still thinking about the same thing, it's immediately my top of each day. Make your health a priority and you'll be surprised that you can make time, you can make a change, and you can see a difference!" —, creator of RK Fitness, Nike Master Trainer, and Barry's Bootcamp Master Trainer
RELATED:
"When you know what to do, it frees your mind up to focus on taking action. On the other hand, a lack of clarity almost always leads to a lack of follow-through." —Adam Rosante, fitness and Nutrition coach and author of
RELATED:
"There's a reason that most people put the weight back on after they go through a New Year's resolution: They aren't looking for long-term changes. Really focus on why you want to improve your health, not just what you need to do in the short term to make sure you meet your goals. This will ensure you're on the right track long after you ring in the New Year." —Joseph Holder, Nike trainer and trainer
"Try not to think about what you're giving up to create positive change in your habits and/or lifestyle; it's about what you're gaining, whether that be more energy, more muscle tone, fitness friendships/community, more knowledge, etc." —, creator of The Stoked Method
"I like the bathroom mirror in lipstick or eyeliner. And phrase it with authority and confidence! 'I go to the gym three days a week cause I'm a badass bitch from hell and my body is a wonderland.'" —Julia Lucas, head coach
"And love them hard! I'm all about the tribe... my fit fam is everything to me. They are a support system and they provide endless inspiration — laughs and positive vibes only!" —, Modelfit trainer
"Don't be too hard on yourself and don't try to drastically change your daily routine! Make small steps to a bigger goal. Smaller changes are easier to incorporate, and you're less likely to give up." —, Nike trainer
RELATED:
"Find a friend, a family member, a trainer, nutritionist, health coach, whoever to help you stay accountable and on course. Having someone who will give you that extra push or encouragement can make all the difference, pushing you through extra rough patches and breaking negative cycles that we have a hard time breaking on our own. Plus, you'll have someone to celebrate with once you achieve your goal!" —Lauren Williams, Nike trainer
RELATED:
"Find things you enjoy that are also healthy for you, so it feels like nourishment not punishment." —Phoenix Carnevale, instructor at Daily Burn and Equinox
"We're loyal to our jobs, our friends, our significant others... Why can't we stay loyal to ourselves? If there is one thing that is truly important and deserves your loyalty, it's your health!" —Amanda Kloots, creator of
"I have something I call a Dream Board. I wake up and have coffee in front of my dreams every morning. Post pictures with specific goals written on them so each morning you're reminded of what's important to you." —, creator of LIFTED
"Habits take time to form, and more time to change; in both cases, consistency is key. How to stay consistent? Use what motivates you: an inspiring picture (how you want to look or what you want to do), metrics (how fast you want to run, how much weight you want to be able to lift, how many days you want to work out per month), social accountability (who you'll work out with, who you'll share your struggles and successes with), or rewards (gifts you give yourself along the way) — and check in every day to keep sight of your progress." —Jared Kaplan, founder of
"It doesn't matter what you look like when you don't feel good. A great body is awesome, but it won't make you happy long-term unless your commitment to weight-loss is based in your happiness and health. People who have earned their body through hard work and dedication to long-term results are some of the happiest people i know, because their results are based on being centered in who they are, not what they look like." —, creator of the 8 WEEKS TO CHANGE program and trainer on E!'s Revenge Body
"That's my daily motto. I check in with myself every morning when I wake up — if I'm still thinking about the same thing, it's immediately my top of each day. Make your health a priority and you'll be surprised that you can make time, you can make a change, and you can see a difference!" —, creator of RK Fitness, Nike Master Trainer, and Barry's Bootcamp Master Trainer
RELATED:
"When you know what to do, it frees your mind up to focus on taking action. On the other hand, a lack of clarity almost always leads to a lack of follow-through." —Adam Rosante, fitness and Nutrition coach and author of
RELATED:
"There's a reason that most people put the weight back on after they go through a New Year's resolution: They aren't looking for long-term changes. Really focus on why you want to improve your health, not just what you need to do in the short term to make sure you meet your goals. This will ensure you're on the right track long after you ring in the New Year." —Joseph Holder, Nike trainer and trainer
"Try not to think about what you're giving up to create positive change in your habits and/or lifestyle; it's about what you're gaining, whether that be more energy, more muscle tone, fitness friendships/community, more knowledge, etc." —, creator of The Stoked Method
"I like the bathroom mirror in lipstick or eyeliner. And phrase it with authority and confidence! 'I go to the gym three days a week cause I'm a badass bitch from hell and my body is a wonderland.'" —Julia Lucas, head coach
"And love them hard! I'm all about the tribe... my fit fam is everything to me. They are a support system and they provide endless inspiration — laughs and positive vibes only!" —, Modelfit trainer
"Don't be too hard on yourself and don't try to drastically change your daily routine! Make small steps to a bigger goal. Smaller changes are easier to incorporate, and you're less likely to give up." —, Nike trainer
RELATED:
"Find a friend, a family member, a trainer, nutritionist, health coach, whoever to help you stay accountable and on course. Having someone who will give you that extra push or encouragement can make all the difference, pushing you through extra rough patches and breaking negative cycles that we have a hard time breaking on our own. Plus, you'll have someone to celebrate with once you achieve your goal!" —Lauren Williams, Nike trainer
RELATED:
"Find things you enjoy that are also healthy for you, so it feels like nourishment not punishment." —Phoenix Carnevale, instructor at Daily Burn and Equinox
"We're loyal to our jobs, our friends, our significant others... Why can't we stay loyal to ourselves? If there is one thing that is truly important and deserves your loyalty, it's your health!" —Amanda Kloots, creator of
"I have something I call a Dream Board. I wake up and have coffee in front of my dreams every morning. Post pictures with specific goals written on them so each morning you're reminded of what's important to you." —, creator of LIFTED
"Habits take time to form, and more time to change; in both cases, consistency is key. How to stay consistent? Use what motivates you: an inspiring picture (how you want to look or what you want to do), metrics (how fast you want to run, how much weight you want to be able to lift, how many days you want to work out per month), social accountability (who you'll work out with, who you'll share your struggles and successes with), or rewards (gifts you give yourself along the way) — and check in every day to keep sight of your progress." —Jared Kaplan, founder of
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