Make Healthy Habits Stick in 2021

It's easier to replace an old unhealthy habit with a newer and healthier one rather than going cold turkey.

Giving up cigarettes for example, it's a good idea to put in a new habit like stretching or grabbing a healthy tea when you would have usually gone for that fag at 11.00 or 16.00. 

Habits can be over complicated and here is a simple formula to help you create good ones until they become as automatic as brushing your teeth:

The 3 r's:

Reminder:

Something that serves as a trigger to perform the new habit routine e.g. leaving your yoga mat clearly visible beside the TV to remind you to stretch for 5-minutes while watching Netflix.

Routine:

The stretch, nap, meal prep, run or whatever it is you're taking up. If you are not equipped with a good routine for your desired action then make sure to get one from a trusted source like a capable trainer or coach.

Reward:

Recognise reward, some examples:

Mid day stretch - feel more flexible and energetic afterwards.

Nap - more energy and often greater clarity when returning to work tasks.

Meal prep - a sense of calm as you know your next few meals are ready to go or that making the stir fry that evening will be so much easier as the onions and peppers are already sliced.

I talk more about healthy habits in my Peak Performance Code online course.

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