What are you doing to get healthier for 2013?

Any ideas on how you are going to feel and look healthier in the new year? I have some tips and suggestions to get you on track RIGHT NOW so that when January 1st hits you aren't in panic mode! 

• Plan Ahead! Yes, Don't wait until the New Year, start now! Start thinking about what your goals are, what you need help with, and small things that will make BIG differences in the end. This could mean increasing your water uptake to at least 8 glasses of water per day.. Carrying a water bottle with you at all times will ensure this happens, and is only a small change to your everyday lifestyle! 
• During the craziness of the holidays.. Yes, I believe its already hit.. please don't forget to eat! Don't skip meals! This leads to overeating and eating whatever is in sight! Carry snacks and water with you at all times. Snacks stuffed into your purse could be raw nuts and seeds with healthy fats ( almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, brazil nuts, etc.), fruit (clementines are a great snack this time of year and loaded with Vitamin C and Bioflavonoids!), dried fruit, granola, and naturally sweetened granola bars.

• What do you LOVE to do that gets your heart rate pumping and works up a sweat? Pick activities that you enjoy so that its not work. This could be skiing, snowboarding, skating, snowshoeing, jogging, sledding, tobogganing, or swimming. Depending on where you live maybe all of these activities aren't available to you but pick one or two that are and plan to do them! Ask a friend to join you that you will enjoy being around and can hold you accountable. 
• Think of the changes you are planning for yourself as lifestyle changes. These are changes that you want to stick with, it is not a "diet", "fad", or "trend". These are changes you are making to maybe have more energy, lose weight, or feel more confident and proud of yourself. This all takes time and there's no short cut for success unfortunately. If you choose lifestyle changes and stick to them consistently your efforts are sure to make their appearance and last!

I hope you found some of these tips helpful. I am really excited to share all of the exciting events happening by Fresh Senses in January to help with anyone's healthy New Years resolutions!

Fresh Start Bootcamp: Monday Evenings starting January 7th 8 week program 
a combination of Fitness (a power workout by Twenty Toes Fitness) and Nutrition tips and challenges by Fresh Senses to keep you on track, accountable, and give you a Fresh Start to a Healthy YOU for 2013!! This is taking place at Bloor and Christie at Bob Agate CRC 
from 7pm-8, $120/ 8 weeks (only $15 per class!)

Cooking Classes at Scratch Fresh Foods, 561 Marlee Avenue just minutes from Glencairn subway station! 
Cooking Healthy with Kids:  January 4th 
Ladies' Wednesday night Healthy Cooking Classes 4 Week series that has health promoting recipes introduced to you in a creative, fun, and interactive environment! Please see our Cooking Classes page for more details! 

Happy Holidays and wishing you all the best for 2013!!