Why You Shouldn’t Wait Until New Year’s to Start Your Health Goals

Every January, the same cycle plays out: new year, new goals, new motivation. But the problem is most resolutions don’t last beyond February. Why? Because waiting until the new year often means putting things off, building pressure, and expecting a total overhaul all at once.

You don’t need to wait until January to get started. In fact, there are only 12 weeks until Christmas, which makes now the perfect time to start making changes. By focusing on healthy habits before Christmas, you’ll head into summer feeling more confident, energetic, and in control, rather than overwhelmed and starting from scratch in the new year.

Why starting now works better than January

• Small steps add up. A few weeks of consistent changes can make a real difference by December.

• Less pressure. Instead of the “all or nothing” mindset that comes with January resolutions, you can focus on progress, not perfection.

• You’ll enjoy the holidays more. When you’ve already built some healthy habits, you’ll find it easier to balance celebrations without guilt or stress.

Putting it into practice

If you’ve been following my blogs this month, you already know the foundations: increase your protein, drink more water, move more during the day, and prioritise good-quality sleep.

Here are some tools and tips to help you actually implement and stick to them:

• Use a meal planner to map out breakfasts and lunches

• Block out time in your diary for walks, meal prep, or downtime

• Set reminders on your phone so healthy habits don’t slip your mind

• Take a drink bottle with you wherever you go

• Now that it’s lighter in the evenings, add in a short after-dinner stroll

These practical steps make your healthy habits before Christmas feel realistic and achievable, and the more consistent you are now, the easier it will be to carry them into the new year.

Need support to get started (and stick with it)?

If you know what to do but struggle with consistency, my new online group coaching program could be just what you need. Together we’ll build sustainable nutrition and lifestyle habits in a supportive community, because accountability makes all the difference.

The program starts 17 October, and the waitlist closes tonight. If you’d like to be the first to hear when doors open and secure your spot, click the link here.