Focusing on Wellness in 2010

Our 2010 Wellness Program

My husband and I started a wellness program together this week. He is focusing on reducing calories and putting off pounds. I am focusing on those important actions, too. This really isn't meant just for 2010. It should be more of a "Buzz Lightyear" type of a thing- 2010 and Beyond!

I have been thinking about what really encompasses a focus on wellness.

For example, reducing calories simply means eating less. A result of that can be putting off pounds, however, you can also put off pounds by exercising more. My husband is implementing a walking program. I work out with a fitness trainer in a super cardio circuit program 2-3 times per week but I want more. I plan to exercise more at home--yes, that means using the floor mat with leg lifts (ouch!) and sit-ups, etc.

Wellness includes a healthy diet (this is something that needs improvement in my life); responsible supplement use (this is something I've done almost my entire life); and, regular exercise (this can always be improved).

Another focus for wellness includes a mental outlook. I am not on a diet! I do not like the word "DIE" in the word diet! Therefore, I choose a lifestyle change whereby my bad habits of yesterday are replaced by good habits today and beyond.

WELLNESS SURVEY
There is much more that can be said on the subject of wellness. Check out the survey below recently released by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).

• The survey, 2009 Life...supplemented My Wellness Scorecard National Study, managed by CRN, revealed that many Americans have a long way to go towards achieving wellness based on the three pillars of health: Healthy diet, responsible supplement use and regular exercise.


• Please see the link below from Nutra-Ingredients that talks about this survey.
  http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Consumer-Trends/America-s-wellness-habits-show-room-for-improvement-Survey

PERSONAL WELLNESS QUIZ
I took this quiz and found it quite interesting and informative. You'll need about five minutes to complete it. Be honest with yourself in your answers. You'll find it to be a great interactive tool that tells you where you stand, and it will also provide tips on ways to improve your personal wellness regimen.

Don't put it off another second. Take your personal Wellness Scorecard Quiz by clicking on the link below http://www.lifesupplemented.org/scorecard.htm.

["Life…supplemented"™ is a consumer wellness campaign presented by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and dietary supplement ingredient suppliers and product manufacturers.]

I'd love to hear what you are doing for wellness in 2010!

Healthy Blessings and much Wellness to you!

-- Cheryl