Here’s How to Make a Strong Start Last

Your calendar says January and you might be thinking, “Hello, clean slate.” That’s completely normal—and pretty expected. As humans we’re more likely to take action during key milestones (like the New Year), thanks to something called the fresh start effect. It’s also why resolutions are such a thing during this time.

Sometimes, that’s all they get...a moment. As good as a new beginning may feel, it can be hard to stay excited and keep your momentum going if your goals are too vague, they aren’t meaningful to you, or if you don’t have a clear plan in place on how to make them happen. A strong start is awesome, but you have to know how to keep it going strong too.

This month, you’ll see how tracking, activity, and meal planning can help you start the year strong and then keep that fresh, clean slate momentum going.

Check back over the next four weeks for our Weekly Techniques.