For me, New Year’s resolutions are made to be broken. I do make some vague attempts to follow them till January but February came and I forgot all about them. This year I tried doing something different. I asked a couple of friends to join me. You can also try and buddy up with family or friends who have similar resolutions so you can motivate each other.

It is better to be consistent rather than making a promise once year. Simple habit changes like taking the stairs rather than the elevator and escalator make a difference. You could go jogging or walking in the park everyday. On days when you cannot do this because you are too tired or feeling very just give yourself a break (don’t make it a habit though).

For a more intense and regular workout, you may consider investing in a treadmill. The Proform 695LT Treadmill is inexpensive and gives you a great cardiovascular workout.  The iFit workout cards help you with your goals. The Level 1 “Get Fit with Jillian Michaels” card comes with 24 progressive workouts that focus on active and healthier lifestyle. The cards coach you and walk you through every step. They control your speed and the incline until you finish. This treadmill also features an iPod compatible music port, sixteen calorie burning workouts, ProTech cushioning, and an Intermix sound system.

You will feel great when your New Year resolution to become fit and lose weight is achieved. The most important thing to keep in mind is to be consistent and vigilant with your exercise.

Guest Blogger: Jyothi