We all know the feeling when you've recently committed to something that betters your wellbeing. Whether it's five straight days at spin class, or successfully swapping your go-to bacon and egg roll for a nutritious smoothie, it's easy to feel awash with satisfaction and optimism as you begin a brand new routine.

 

Where things can get tricky is when you attempt to transition that initial commitment into a long-term habit. After a while, the novelty inevitably wears off and you can find yourself getting bored, feeling unmotivated and doing all sorts of mental gymnastics to excuse yourself from that very routine you once enjoyed.

 

But there has to be some kind of trick to it, right? After all, we see and hear it all the time that daily habits are considered the key to success. So if you need a little help turning your New Year routine into a reflex, here are a few tips that will help to cement healthy habits in your everyday life.

 

Start small

 

It's simple: over-committing will always result in under-performing. You're far more likely to become overwhelmed by your new routine if you aren't realistic about it. Starting small will make creating new habits far more sustainable, as you'll be more inclined to tackle them each day despite unforeseen obstacles.

 

For example – if you're struggling to keep up with cooking your own meals five times per week, why not take it down to three times per week at the beginning? That way you'll be able to build up gradually, making your new habit easier to stick to in the long run.

 

Take it further:Incorporate WelleCo’s two teaspoons of transformation at the same time every morning. Adding The Super Elixir™ to your routine is the simplest way to change your entire outlook (while giving your body what it needs from the inside-out, including glowing, clear skin, supported digestion, vitality and more).

 

Pre-empt, plan and prevent any obstacles

 

If you're prone to patterns – hitting snooze after a late night, turning to junk food after a stressful day – have a plan of action in place to prevent anything that might impede your progress. If you want to work out more often but struggle to get to the gym, carve out space to complete an exercise regimen at home.

 

Be really honest with yourself about your limitations and do what you can to pre-empt them, but don't punish yourself, either. Treating yourself with kindness will create a more positive association with your new habit, which can also impact how willing you'll be to keep it up. Do your best to learn from past mistakes, put plans in place for next time, and move on.

 

Take it further:If you want to start your day withThe Super Elixir™ but forget to re-order before your supply runs out, sign up for anongoing subscription that allows you to set and forget (and save – you'll also receive 20 percent off your order).

 

Hook your habit onto an existing routine

 

Perhaps the easiest way to form a new healthy habit is to tack it on to another aspect of your routine that's already well-established. Making it part of another everyday occurrence will help to reinforce your new ritual in your mind, making it far easier to stick to.

 

Take it further: To ensure you turn your Welle routine into a cherished practice for life, position yourself for success from the start! Have your greens while you do your make-up or watch the sunrise! Keep your caps beside your toothbrush and take them together (after food). This way, you'll be supporting your system while simultaneously building another habit by association.

 

Set yourself rewards

 

Treat yourself to something special when you reach new milestones. That way, every time you stick to your new healthy habits, you'll be working towards a tangible goal that will motivate you to stay on track.

 

It could be as simple as watching your favourite TV show while you're on the treadmill, or enjoying a nice hot bath and a cup of WelleCo’s Evening Elixir after a tough workout. Celebrate however you like to commend your own hard work, and you'll remember that satisfied feeling long afterwards.

 

Take it further:WelleCo has a new membership program, dropping on January 11th, 2025. It’s the perfect way to stay engaged in your wellness journey in an encouraging WelleCommunity setting while receiving loads of perks. Sign up to the newsletter with all the info here.