{"id":7894,"date":"2016-01-05T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2016-01-05T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/5-simple-ways-to-a-healthier-2016\/"},"modified":"2016-01-05T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2016-01-05T00:00:00","slug":"5-simple-ways-to-a-healthier-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/togethercounts.com\/es\/5-simple-ways-to-a-healthier-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Simple Ways to a Healthier 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Most of us create resolutions at the beginning of a new year. After all, it’s a great time to make behavior changes and start off the year with healthier habits. Many resolutions are broken because they are too ambitious and\u00a0cannot be adhered to after the first week. As a Together Counts\u2122 ambassador, we promote healthy active living, and encourage you to try making\u00a0these small lifestyle changes that can\u00a0have a big impact in the long run.<\/p>\n

Here are 5 simple ways to a healthier 2016:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Eat breakfast<\/strong>– This seems simple, right? Many people think skipping this all-important meal will help in weight loss goals however, getting your day started with a healthy breakfast is the best thing for you.<\/li>\n
  2. Ease into exercise<\/strong>– Start out with smaller goals such as taking a walk after dinner, or going on a quick run with the dog before or after work and then work up to more intense exercise sessions.<\/li>\n
  3. Find a workout partner<\/strong>– It is easier to stay committed when you have someone keeping you accountable. If you know your best friend is going to be waiting for you at the gym, you are more likely to go!<\/li>\n
  4. Cook with simple swaps<\/strong>– Try healthier versions of your favorite dishes by substituting lower-fat alternatives. Turkey sausage, low-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt are a few examples of some tasty swaps.\u00a0Make sure to check out some of our favorite\u00a0healthy ingredient substitutions<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  5. Engage with family<\/strong>– There is nothing better than spending quality time with family except for fitting in physical activity while bonding. Take a family walk or weekend hike and you will see how good it feels for the entire family to be healthy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    While we’re talking about a healthier 2016, if you haven’t come up with your\u00a0new year’s resolutions yet, download this\u00a0resolutions worksheet<\/a>\u00a0for you and your kids. Make it fun and creative, yet also realistic.<\/p>\n

    Remember, slow and steady wins the race. It’s the\u00a0small things that\u00a0can\u00a0make a big difference,\u00a0so commit to a healthy 2016 now!<\/p>\n

    What resolutions do you plan to set for this year?<\/p>\n

    The OrganWise Guys Inc. began in 1993 with a vision to inspire individuals to take charge of their health by assuming personal responsibility for their choices. By bringing the body to life via lovable organ characters, kids of all ages learn what it really means to be smart from the inside out. Want to learn more about The OrganWise Guys beginnings? Check out these videos: Meet The OrganWise Guys!<\/a> & How OWG Began<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

    For more fun ways to start 2016, take a look at these other posts from Together Counts!<\/p>\n