Exercise Your Way to a Healthier New Year

Almost everyone could stand to lose a few pounds, tighten those abs or work off holiday feasts.  Even though losing weight is on the top of most New Year's resolutions, it is one that often falls to the way side.  Why?  Maybe because most people focus on losing weight and looking great in skinny jeans.  Experts believe that if the focus fell on health and longevity more people would see their weight loss goals achieved by next New Years Eve.

I could scare you with statistics on obesity, cardiovascular disease or diabetes, but I am sure you have seen them and been duly frightened.  Instead, how about giving you some resources to help you achieve and even surpass your fitness goals.  Here we go!

• 1. Lifetips.com is a site dedicated to your health and well being. Their exercise tips are updated daily, giving you easy and practical ways to increase your activity level. Today's tip? Sleep more! What could be easier yet have such a tremendous effect on your health?
• 2. At fitness.com you can join a community of people striving to increase their fitness levels. Even if you are just beginning an exercise routine, this site offers the benefit of interaction with other people who are just like you. From threads to the effectiveness of Wii Fit games to getting on track with weight loss, there is sure to be a forum for you here.
• 3. Webmd.com offers a wealth of knowledge on every heath issue. Their 10 tips for workout success come from everyday people and respected organizations such as the American Council on Exercise.