YMCA Calgary is dedicated to igniting the potential in others by eliminating obstacles and fostering safe, inclusive spaces where everyone belongs.
As a collective of certified health and wellness professionals, we empathize with the common January routine. There's a drive for ambitious goals, a readiness to sacrifice indulgent foods, but come mid-February, the gap between our resolutions and our actions often widens.
Sound familiar? You’re not alone, and it's not about lacking commitment or willpower. You've got what it takes! However, solely focusing on losing can lead to a loss of motivation and the goal itself.
So how do we stay on track? We redefine our resolutions! Instead of losing, we focus on gaining:
Strength: Elevate your metabolism while protecting your bones and joints.
Mobility: Move freely and comfortably, whether you’re hiking to the summit or building LEGO on the floor.
Confidence: Carry yourself with confidence in every step.
Energy, Focus, Clarity: Unlock vitality in your everyday life.
Let’s make 2024 all about gaining more in life and creating lasting changes!
Simple steps to start gaining more in your life
Start by adding more:
Water: Tailor your water intake to meet your personal needs. Calculate this by taking half your body weight and dividing it by 2, i.e., 150 lbs / 2 = 75 ounces of water a day.
Steps: Begin by tracking your steps and gradually increase your daily step count by 1,000 until you hit 10,000 steps consistently every day.
Strength Sessions: Commit to 2 - 3 30-minute strength workouts a week. Join our strength-focused group fitness classes to help motivate you, or leverage bodyweight exercises at home.
Mindfulness Moments: Read, meditate, practice yoga, or disconnect from technology and dive into music.
Natural Foods: Choose foods grown and raised from our earth, embracing their natural goodness.
Need a little support? We’re here to help you. Stop by one of our YMCA branches and ask us about the YThrive program, available to all YMCA members at no extra cost!
This blog post was originally published in Avenue Magazines Jan/Feb 2024 issue.