As spring approaches, many of us tend to let our new year’s resolutions slip as we become less motivated. It’s easy to fall into the routine of skipping the gym in favour of curling up on the sofa to binge watch our favourite series, especially during the winter months.
However, 2025 is the year of achieving our goals and dedicating time to creating positive habits that enhance our health and help us save money. Remaining consistent can be easier said than done, especially when you don’t know where to start or know what’s a realistic goal.
Below are 5 of our top tips to inspire you to begin your wellness journey today.
1 – Start a self-care routine
Prioritise yourself. Looking after your body, skin and mental wellbeing can help improve your outlook on life, as well as make you feel more motivated. Understandably it is not always that easy and that’s why starting small and realistic can help kick-start the change.
Your definition of self-care probably varies compared to the next person. Finding the right healthy habits will be unique to you and your specific goals, whether that’s reading a chapter of a book before bedtime, taking daily walks, eating a more balanced diet or dedicating time each day to your mental wellbeing.
Having a consistent skincare routine or reaching a daily step goal are examples that can eventually turn into a subconscious habit that genuinely enhances your daily life.
2 – Feel good fitness
Your fitness levels can have a significant impact on how you perceive your body and how it actually feels. Maintaining an exercise routine that makes you feel good can help your strength, endurance, and overall self-esteem.
Consider taking up a healthy habit that makes you happy, whether that’s running around the park, team sports (such as joining a football/netball team) or maybe attending a Pilates fitness class that you’ve always wanted to try. If you are worried that your motivation may wain over time, why not involve a friend or family member in this activity too.
Introducing exercise into your week will increase endorphins and improve fitness levels.
3 – Nourish yourself by eating well
Incorporating the right foods into your diet can be a game changer for your gym results, your mental health and how your body feels.
Eating healthier foods, cutting down on alcohol consumption and minimising the number of takeaways, are all habits that can improve your mental and physical health whilst helping you save money. A popular alternative to the classic ‘Friday night takeaway’ is making your own healthier homemade version. This would also benefit your bank balance, so why not give it a try?
4 – Set your goals
Having a realistic goal to work towards and achieve is key. The feeling of success not only boosts your confidence but also helps you believe that you can accomplish whatever you put your mind to. For example, a great way to stay on track with a fitness goal is to sign up to a race, marathon, or charity event to keep you motivated and focused. Committing to raising funds for a charity may also help you stick to your fitness goals.
5 – Keep up with personal admin
It’s easy to push things to the bottom of your to-do list and save them for another day.
We all know that stressed-out feeling we get when tasks start piling up vs the feeling of triumph when we get to tick a task off.
Reviewing your insurance costs and exploring alternative options can also give you peace of mind and save you money.
By using a broker or comparison website, you can find more affordable rates for your life, car, and health insurance, which can greatly reduce your monthly outgoings and provide long-term financial benefits. Even a small saving each month, over the course of the entire policy term can add up to a significant amount.
Do you know what feels even better? That being a fitter, healthier version of yourself can also help you save money. As mentioned, when it comes to things like life insurance, it’s an outgoing you can’t ignore – especially if you have a young family who rely on you.
Insurers will ask about factors such as your height and weight during the application process to calculate your BMI and determine whether this will affect your eligibility or the cost of your cover. By maintaining a healthy BMI and lifestyle, your monthly premiums will be cheaper.
If you’re feeling inspired, there is no better time like the present, so get started today.
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