Maybe you’re the kind of person who holes up in the winter and doesn’t exercise until spring is in full bloom. Or perhaps you abandon the gym as soon as warm weather hits and instead drink too much cold beer with your grilled steaks. Poor diet choices and lack of exercise are more than seasonal problems for many; in fact, more than 62 percent of adults don’t meet government exercise guidelines — at least 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise per week (or 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, like walking) and twice-a-week strength-building — any time of year. And according to a survey from the nonprofit International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation, most Americans aren’t even aware of how many calories they consume.
Adopting healthier habits all year-round doesn’t require having a live-in chef and personal trainer. With a little planning and a few small changes, you can easily incorporate a sound diet and good fitness habits into your daily life. Start with these simple steps.
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