"Good health habits and lifestyle choices should start at an early age," said Dr. Sherry A. Ross, a women's health expert and author of She-ology. The definitive guide for the intimate health of women. Point., Account Bustle. However, even today, you can change your mentality around your health and start setting up new routines. "When you recognize and record the importance of your health, you are laying the foundation for optimal health and well-being," says Dr. Ross.
As Dr. Ross says, it's not too late to change the focus of health. Next, 15 women reveal their wellness goals for 2019.
1 Tatiana, 23
“This next, year my health goal is to be nicer to myself; a lot of my anxiety comes from comparing myself to others or feeling like I don’t measure up. I am slowly beginning to realize that I am my own biggest critic. In 2019, I want to fall in love with myself.”
2 Amy, 27
"From now (and I will continue in 2019), I will do more to" unplug "and detach myself from my phone and computer. I will take the time to do things at least five minutes each day (normally, I clean with music, I cook with YouTube in the background, I am constantly surrounded by noise). What would I hear if I blocked all this? I will not be watching my phone during the first hour of my day (not for news, messages, or anything). I will play positive affirmations as I prepare for work and see how the rest of my day is going. "
3 Lisa, 33
“My goal is to sleep more. In 2018, I noticed that everything I did was impacted by how much (or little) sleep I got, with ‘little’ being the common denominator. So I’m going to make it a point to do all I can do to sleep at least seven or eight hours a night, like limit electronics before bed, read physical books more (to make my eyes tired and also to keep my brain fresh), and so on.”
4 Maria, 55
5 Talya, 52
“Where I have a love-hate relationship with my health and need a goal is in my gum care. It’s a 10-minute regimen which I do at night, when all I want is to go to sleep. Argh! My resolution is to do it every day — before midnight."
6Vicki, 32
“They say that animals help with anxiety and are a relaxing presence, so a self-care health goal of mine for 2019 is to be around animals more. Whether that means going to visit a friend’s pet (or even taking them for a walk!), hanging out at more cat cafés, or volunteering at an animal shelter, I WILL find a way to get my animal fix and stress less!”
7 Kathryn, 32
8 Veronica, 47
“I intend to have 2019 be my healthiest year yet. My biggest intention is to be loving and accepting of my body and myself as often as I can. I plan on listening to my body and allowing it to guide me as to what it needs at all times. Overall, I’m tuning in within to my inner sparkly wisdom to receive every answer I need to live my healthiest and happiest life. I also intend to: 1) practice yoga at least three times a week; 2) practice meditation every day for a minimum of 10 minutes; 3) walk at least once a week; and eat healthy and nutritious food.”
9 Milana, 45
"1) Start each day with a green smoothie. I noticed that when I start my day with a healthy breakfast, all other choices tend to be healthier, too; 2) Do yoga every day (goal is one hour, but even 15 minutes will count). I spend most of my day in front of the computer and, if I skip my yoga workout, my back lets me know right away; 3) Try to work at a standing desk; when not possible, use an ergonomic chair; 4) Jump on the trampoline while watching TV; 5) Make fresh juice on weekends; and 6) Ski or hike every weekend.”
10 Emily, 35
11 Alisa, 40s
“My goal is start walking my kids to and from school for a cardio workout, as well as add in some daily pushups.”
12 Paige, 50s
“What I have come to appreciate and realize in my 50s is that ‘me time’ is not a luxury or pampering like it was in my youth; now, it is maintenance! In 2019, I will respect my time on the calendar and take myself as seriously as I take my most important clients — because if I am not at my peak performance, I am not going to be useful to anyone else either. I will set aside regular time to recharge my batteries and take better care of myself so that, mentally and physically, I will be sharp and in the best health possible to set myself up for success in the new year.”
13 Heidi, 44
14 Bethany, 29
“My health resolution is to reassess how I think of ‘healthy’ and better care for my body. We live in a world where being thin, eating ‘healthy’ and dieting are seen as positives — and the result is a culture rampant with eating disorders and distorted body images. As a woman and wife who hopes to someday become a mother, I want to rethink how I view food and nutrition so I can be a good role model to my children and those I interact with. I want to be strong for my family and have energy to thrive and give back to the community, and I intend to do that by relearning how to think about, interact with and embrace food, health and nutrition in today’s culture.”
15 Isabel, 25
“One of my goals related to health is doing more things for myself (think #selfcare). I’ve realized I’m constantly worrying about other people and it started to affect my health this year, so I’m taking 2019 to watch my own back. I plan on doing that by doing more things to feel beautiful (actually washing my face every night; drinking more water; and painting my nails).”
As you can see, the women above have many different health goals for 2019, yet there’s also a common theme: Self-care. If you're making wellness goals for 2019, use these as inspiration — and a reminder that New Year's goals can be empowering.
