The New Year is not only the turning of a new leaf on the calendar, but also an excellent opportunity to improve our health, build stronger bonds with our family and redesign our future. In this text, we will discuss how we can adopt a healthy life as a family with scientific data and concrete examples. Let’s start together.
Why is the New Year ideal for shaping our lives?
New Year means ‘new resolutions’ and ‘fresh start’ for most people. However, there is a fact that I have observed for years: In order for habits to be permanent, it is much more effective to make these resolutions as a family. Because:
– Acting together increases motivation.
– Children learn habits such as healthy eating and regular exercise by following their parents’ example.
– A positive atmosphere in the family also strengthens mental and emotional resilience.
In the Next Chapter: We will look at why family habits are passed down from generation to generation and how we can shape this legacy.
Health in the Family – Habits Transferred from Generation to Generation
‘Healthy parents raise healthy children.’ While this may sound like a cliché, research strongly confirms it:
– Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (2016):
Children whose parents eat a healthy diet are 5 times more likely to maintain healthy eating behaviours later in life.
– L. L. Moore et al. (1991):
Children whose parents exercise regularly are 6 times more likely to adopt an active lifestyle.
Why is this so important?
Because children adopt what they see rather than what they are told. What parents eat at the table, how many times a week they exercise, how they cope with stress; all of them function as a ‘role model’. Every healthy step taken in the family is passed on to the next generation as a legacy.
In the Next Chapter: We will discover the power of small steps, not big moves, to bring these habits to life.
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Start the New Year with Small Steps – The Power of Sustainable Change
When it comes to healthy living, most people visualise huge sports programmes and harsh diets. However, what is permanent and sustainable are small but regular steps. For example:
– Going for a 30-minute walk with your family 2 evenings a week.
– Adding 1 extra portion of vegetables a day.
– Starting the day with 5 minutes of meditation every day.
Why Small Goals?
Big and radical decisions can often demotivate you within a week or two. However, small goals make it easier to achieve success. As you succeed, self-confidence increases and your steps grow.
A Concrete Example
‘Plan a 20-minute brisk walk as a family every Tuesday and Thursday after work. Tell each other about your day along the way and include your pet, if you have one. You’ll be surprised at the physical and social benefits.’
In the Next Chapter: We will focus on how to shape the details of a family wellness plan.
Healthy Living Plan with the Family – Practical Recommendations
Healthy habits developed within the family have a stronger impact than individual efforts. So how do we create this plan?
1. Weekly Meal Planning
o Designate ‘new and healthy recipe days’ at least twice a week.
o Involve children from shopping to kitchen preparation. This way they learn about nutritional values at an early age.
2. Joint Exercise Time
o Create an exercise routine that family members can participate in (dance night, yoga at home, walking, etc.).
o For example, you can make Sunday mornings a ‘family walking day’ and make it a routine.
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3. Digital Detox and Shared Activities
o Decide to limit the use of screens (phone, tablet, TV) to one day a week.
o Plan board games, reading hours or trips to nature instead.
Why does it work?
When family members focus on the same goal, the sense of supporting each other and taking responsibility increases. This strengthens you both physically and emotionally.
In the Next Section: We will discuss how to ensure realism and continuity when setting goals in the new year.
Realistic and Sustainable Goals – The Key to Motivation
Many people enrol in the gym with all their energy in the first weeks of the year, start strict diets and then slowly give up. To avoid such scenarios:
– Choose Small, Clear and Measurable Goals:
o Instead of ‘I will eat more vegetables’, ‘I will add 1 serving of green vegetables to each meal.’
o ‘I will walk briskly for 15 minutes every day’ instead of ‘I will exercise more.’
– Track and Celebrate Progress:
o Make brief weekly assessments. How close are you to your goals?
o Celebrate small successes (e.g. walking regularly for two weeks) as a family. This keeps motivation alive.
– Leave some wiggle room:
o Occasionally you may fall short of your goals, this is normal. The important thing here is to keep going without giving up.
In the next chapter: We will see how you can integrate the Longevicals approach into your family plan.
Longevicals – Science-Backed Healthy Living Journey
A long and quality life is an adventure that is strengthened not only by individual but also by family support. Longevicals aims to support healthy ageing with products and ingredients developed on the basis of scientific research.
– Scientific Basis:
According to current research, the key to healthy ageing is proactive behaviour: taking the necessary precautions before diseases occur.
– How Can You Integrate?
1. Supplements and Nutritional Support: You can improve the quality of nutrition with products specially formulated for the body’s needs.
2. Educational Materials: Enrich your routines with materials for family members, such as healthy recipes or exercise videos.
3. Community Support: Communicating with people with similar goals increases both knowledge sharing and motivation.
Remember: Longevicals aims to combine the idea of ‘longer life’ with ‘better quality of life’ in line with the motto Youth Beyond TimeTM. In other words, it works to enrich the years you spend with your family both in quantity and quality.
Take the First Step for a Healthy Future
This year, you have the chance to make a lasting impact by realising your new resolutions as a family. Start with small, sustainable goals rather than one-off fads. Each member of your family can play a critical role in this journey, from healthy eating to regular exercise, from digital detox to positive communication.
Top 4 Takeaways:
1. Family Support is a Motivating Force: When everyone is on the same page, the likelihood of success increases.
2. Small Steps Lead to Big Transformations: Make steady progress by setting measurable and achievable goals.
3. Be Guided by Science: Supporting your health practices with scientific foundations gives the best results in the long term.
4. Meet Longevicals: Invest in your family’s healthy living journey by adding a science-backed approach.
What Can You Do Now?
– Organise a meeting with your family to set your weekly goals.
– Subscribe to the Longevicals newsletter and stay up to date with the latest scientific content.
– Don’t forget to celebrate your successes!
Remember: Every small step is a building block for a long and healthy future. Take this journey with your family and make every day of the new year healthier, happier and more meaningful.
References
Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. (2016). The influence of parental dietary habits on children’s nutrition behaviours. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 116(6), 984-990.
Moore, L. L., Lombardi, D. A., White, M. J., Campbell, J. L., Oliveria, S. A., & Ellison, R. C. (1991). Influence of parents’ physical activity levels on activity levels of young children. The Journal of Pediatrics, 118(2), 215-219.
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