Resolution Fatigue?

If you are like MOST Americans you've given up keeping your New Years Resolutions!  But you can resolve to start anew month, day or hour!  No need to WAIT until January 1

Here are a few hints to get you back on track if you Resolutions are to DIET, LOSE weight or EXERCISE more

1)  GO meatless one day a week, DO a Sugar free day or give up snack foods one day a week.  It's easier to go without toady if you know you can indulge a little tomorrow

2)  Get the idea of the PERFECT PLATE in your mind.  Use a visual if that helps.-25% lean protein (beige), 25% whole grains (yellow) and 50% vegetables and fruits (green or red).  And  9 inch plate is ideal for cutting back on portions.

3)  Start with the right breakfast.  I keep a box of granola in my desk and use warm water when I forget to bring my yogurt.  I check off Breakfast on my daily to do list

4)  I also check off my vitamins, calcium and other supplements.

5)  Ditto on my water intake.  I feel better when I am properly hydrated.  Men require about 16 cups of fluid a day while women require about 11 cups of fluid (your fluid intake can be liquids other than water.  You'll know you're properly hydrated when your URINE is almost colorless and you are urinating every 90-120 minutes.

6)  Move-walk around your building once a day, wear a pedometer to get 10,000 steps a day, take a b risk walk when you are feeling stressed,  Walk the dog, take an exercise class or sign up to do a fun run.