Season 2, #13: In this conversation, Dr. Matt DeVane and Dr. Carolyn Lacey discuss health-related New Year's resolutions for 2025, reflecting on their past year's goals and sharing insights on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They emphasize the importance of simplicity in setting resolutions, the significance of regular health checks, understanding cholesterol levels, and the necessity of exercise. The doctors also provide strategies for breaking bad habits and setting realistic health goals for the new year, encouraging listeners to keep moving forward and make gradual changes for better health.
Takeaways Keep New Year's resolutions simple and achievable. Reflect on past health goals to improve future outcomes. Regular health checks are crucial for monitoring cholesterol and blood pressure. Exercise should be prioritized for overall health, not just weight loss. Breaking one bad habit at a time is more effective than trying to change everything at once. Setting realistic exercise goals can help maintain consistency. Incorporate healthy snacks into your diet to improve nutrition. Planning meals can reduce unhealthy eating habits. Accountability through competition can motivate healthier choices. Focus on gradual lifestyle changes for long-term success.
Key Quotes:
"Don't overthink it." "Keep it simple, write it down."
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