TOP 10 NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS FOR A BALANCED NEW YEAR
Martin Hedegaard
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EAT BREAKFAST
Those who eat breakfast are more likely to
to maintain a well-balanced weight. In addition, breakfast also helps you stay focused throughout the morning. Your brain needs fuel after a night out. -
MOVE MORE
Try to be more active during the day in addition to your regular exercise. Take the stairs, walk or cycle to the shops etc., walk around when you talk on the phone and go to your colleagues' desks instead of sending an email. -
DON'T EAT IN FRONT OF THE SCREEN
Whether it's the computer, the television or another type of screen, when you eat in front of it, you don't focus on your food - and there's a good chance that you end up eating more and enjoying it less. -
DON'T EAT WHILE YOU'RE ON THE MOVE
That means eating in the car, walking down the street, running errands, or while getting dressed in the morning. Sit down, focus on your meal, and enjoy your food. -
KEEP AN EYE ON THE CALORIES IN WHAT YOU DRINK
Unless your meal is liquid, liquids should be calorie-free as much as possible. Get most of your calories from what you eat, not what you drink – it's one of the easiest ways to cut out excess calories. -
MAINTAIN FLUID BALANCE
Many of the body's processes depend on water, but many people don't drink enough. Make sure you have water or tea nearby to sip on throughout the day. -
INCLUDE ALL MACRONUTRIENTS EVERY TIME YOU EAT
It is important that a balanced diet contains a combination of proteins, carbohydrates and unsaturated fats, and this applies to every meal. If you are looking for some extra protein in your diet, try eating yogurt, nuts, high-protein breakfast cereals, shakes or cans of tuna as a snack. -
EAT FRUIT OR VEGETABLES WITH EVERY MEAL
Fruits and vegetables give you the most nutrition with the fewest calories. And they contain a lot of fluid and fiber, which means they fill you up – not down. -
DON'T SKIP MEALS
Skipping meals rarely works as a way to control calories – you just end up compensating for them the next time you eat. A much better strategy is to eat smaller meals and then snacks every few hours. -
PUMP IRON
Strength training burns calories, can boost your mood, and helps maintain strong bones. It also helps build muscle mass, which makes you stronger, and ultimately can increase your basal metabolic rate.