A New Year, A New You

A new year, a new you
Project Fit Families

By Melinda Coscarelli Lutes
Project Fit Families


So, how many times have you convinced yourself that "this" year is going to be the year to finally get into shape? Or "this" is the year that you are finally going to lose those extra pounds that have been adding up over the years? Everyone seems to include some type of health- or fitness-related goal in their New Year's resolution. It could even be something as simple as wanting to eat better or exercise more. We all start the New Year with great intentions and lots of motivation, but eventually life takes over and we fall victim to our old habits. But not any more!

Project Fit Families is your new secret weapon! Project Fit Families is a local non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping you and your family get healthier. Every other week I am going to be entering your lives with health and fitness tips, information on special events and lots of support and motivation to keep you on track. As a fitness trainer, life and wellness coach, and someone who has lost over 100 pounds, my New Year's resolution is to help you and others achieve your goals. Think of me as your own little personal trainer.

If you are ready to join me and several others who are serious about getting healthier, then this WILL be your year! I have only one rule. You must share your healthy new lifestyle with those around you, especially kids.

Project Fit Families was founded based on my passion for fighting childhood obesity, and promoting health and fitness to children and families. But it starts with you! If you can help me with my mission, then I will provide you with the tools for achieving your health and fitness goals, once and for all. Deal?

Let's get started. As part of any health, wellness or life improvement program that I offer, my first requirement is that you come clean with yourself. Stop beating yourself up and forgive yourself for all of your old bad habits. Your past is behind you, and you can't change it. Learn from it and let it go. Today is a new day and you are going to move forward, and make better choices. Focus on your goals and how you are going to achieve them.

Second, you need to believe that you are worth it! Make yourself a priority. Your health and wellbeing is the most important aspect of your life from the inside out. When you are healthy, you are happy. And when you are happy, life is good!

We are all given 24 hours in a day. You are worth at least one of those hours to focus on yourself. Don't make excuses! From this day forward, you need to find the time to exercise. Make this part of our daily routine, just like brushing your teeth. We all have great fitness centers in our towns, there are several fitness classes being offered in the area, go for a walk or just simply play with your kids. You will feel re-energized and ready to take on all of those tasks that didn't seem to go anywhere.

Remember, this is your life. You are in control of your day and your time. We all have commitments. We all have decisions. You can choose to continue on your same path, or you can choose to improve your health and change your life. Make the time and start today!

We are in this together. Feel free to join me and several others who are sharing the same journey. Visit my new facebook page: project fit families.