21 Ways to Get Bak on Track Today!

The first program is in the last two weeks and many of you have started to feel like you have fallen off the track to your goals. When you feel overwhelmed with getting back on track, try one (or more) of these small steps each day!

1. Try a short workout- Even 5 minutes is better than nothing.
2. Try a new recipe- Cooking healthy foods can be fun and it never has to be bland.
3. Eat a healthy breakfast- Your morning meal sets the stage for the rest of the day.
4. Drink your water- Try to aim for 8 cups each day and you'll feel the difference.
5. Track your food today- No matter how it adds up, you'll learn from it.
6. Share your goals- Share them with a friend, you'll be more accountable.
7. Exercise for 10 minutes- Jump rope, march in place, or do some crunches.
8. Find a buddy- get support from friends.
9. Take a walk- Don't worry about how long or far you go-just get out there!
10. Create a motivational college- Include pictures of your goal and reasons why you want to get there.
11. Go shopping for some healthy foods- Make a list of items prior to going to the store.
12. Check the nutrition facts before you go out to eat- Make sure you can make an informed choice.
13. Ride your bike- Even a leisurely ride has benefits for your body and mind.
14. Work in the yard- Gardening and yard work is a great way to add activity to your day.
15. Take the stairs- Even if this is the only thing you do all day, you'll feel stronger for it.
16. Listen to an inspirational song- Make a playlist of them so you can turn to it whenever you need a boost.
17. Measure your portions- It's a simple way to learn how much you're eating.
18. Eat a piece of fruit- Even if 5-9 servings of fruit and vegetables sounds impossible to you, one is doable.
19. Slow down during meals- You'll be less likely to overeat and more likely to enjoy your meal.
20. Play! What kids call "play" we often call "exercise"- Play a sport, a game or use the backyard.
21. Learn something new- Sometimes simply reading about nutrition, fitness can change your mindset and get you back on track.

Just remember is happens to the best of them! With healthy eating and exercising, as long as you're consistently out-stepping your steps back, you're ahead of the game!