--- title: "Boost Your Health by Adopting These Resolutions ..." description: "Make Time for Exercise; Quit Smoking; Make Time to Volunteer; Give Yourself a Chance to Splurge; Start Cooking for Yourself; More ..." url: "https://health.allwomenstalk.com/boost-your-health-by-adopting-these-resolutions/" category: "health" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # Boost Your Health by Adopting These Resolutions ... With the New Year comes new resolutions, right? It's a time of getting a fresh start and making over your lifestyle so that it can be as healthy and fabulous as possible. Wondering what kinds of things you can be doing this year? Here's a great list of **New Year's health resolutions **that will help you look and feel great in 2018. ## 1. Make Time for Exercise ![human action, fitness professional, sports, physical fitness, muscle,](https://img.allw.mn/content/p0/wz/jwbu5ahf5864b55b9354b541464621_400x225.gif) If you haven't started making exercise a regular part of your routine, now is the time. Exercise wards of weight gain and helps prevent a whole bunch of health issues. Aim for 30 minutes each day. ## 2. Quit Smoking ![hair, person, blond, screenshot, Don't,](https://img.allw.mn/content/kv/vy/kn6dyzb55864b6a544104874225737_500x282.gif) You probably know by now that smoking can kill you. Make this the year you talk to your doctor and take steps to quit, once and for all. ## 3. Make Time to Volunteer ![face, hair, person, woman, black hair,](https://img.allw.mn/content/yz/sr/az49cac05864b6e601cb6721641945_500x250.gif) Of course, volunteering helps those you work for, but studies show that it can also improve your mood and outlook on life. It just feels good to help, so start today. ## 4. Give Yourself a Chance to Splurge ![screenshot,](https://img.allw.mn/content/jt/ag/bdf3prf25864b7ce56b6a896039657_400x225.gif) Research shows that allowing yourself a splurge now and then reduces the risk of a total pig out. So enjoy one brownie and then get back on track without the guilt. ## 5. Start Cooking for Yourself ![meal, room, ill, lie,](https://img.allw.mn/content/mw/o7/ofcsd23u5864b80d5e256876260277_500x281.gif) There's no doubt that preparing your own meals is healthier. You can control the ingredients and choose items that target your specific health goals this year. ## 6. Reduce Stress ![weather, snow, mouth, It's, hard,](https://img.allw.mn/content/ba/ni/nwt7wip85864b8feeb11c079095340_500x263.gif) This is easier said than done, I know. Use relaxation techniques to help you cut stress, which improves mood and health. ## 7. Skip the Latest Fad Diets ![facial hair, Just, exercise, more, and,](https://img.allw.mn/content/un/f3/pcpzbt7z5864b9f3edaa5338916534_323x233.gif) Instead of jumping on the bandwagon of the latest diet craze, go with the proven method of eating better and getting more exercise. ## 8. Sleep More ![human action, person, mouth, leg, interaction,](https://img.allw.mn/content/cb/d6/taq9xx065864babe4700e640829900_480x266.gif) Skimping on sleep can affect your weight, mood and overall health, so make sure that 2018 is the year you start getting the recommended seven to nine hours every night. ## 9. Forget the Gym if You Hate It ![people, mud, walking, aig, BERRYHEA,](https://img.allw.mn/content/u2/wv/m2r70l105864bafa66ada791485761_500x281.gif) There's no rule that says going to the gym is the only way to get in shape. Running in your neighborhood, going on a hike or bike ride or taking a dance class with your bestie all work too. ## 10. Give Yourself a Tech Break ![MOTE,](https://img.allw.mn/content/hl/bp/m24hl8pt5864bba825564981947553_500x209.gif) Staring at a screen can impact your weight and it's not good for your neck, eyes or joints either. Schedule a block of time each day to unplug and 2018 will be your best year ever. ## 11. Plan a Trip ![organ, hand,](https://img.allw.mn/content/kf/dx/f9r9ngbt5864bc146f21d931082895_500x205.gif) Travel gives you the chance to refresh and catch your breath. It's a great way to destress too. Where will you go in 2018? ## 12. Get Rid of Stuff ![,](https://img.allw.mn/content/se/ka/rorrdqvp5864bcc2cda81832466052_500x282.gif) Being surrounded by clutter can really do a number on your mood and stress levels, which in turn can negatively impact your health. Resolve to clear out the junk this year. ## 13. Overhaul Your Finances ![person, art, speech, aMCI, GIFULMINATION.COM,](https://img.allw.mn/content/z3/h3/ypgl57bd5864be90bec4e022014269_640x360.gif) Money troubles are stressful and can eat away at your general well being. Make this the year you get things under control for the sake of your health. ## 14. Cut Back on Drinking ![photography, beauty, fashion, model, PLL,](https://img.allw.mn/content/cg/d1/yut6lr7b5864bf44803e6806034664_500x226.gif) Not water though! Cut back on the booze this year and you slash your risk of weight gain and cancer. Plus, you'll be more clear headed and happy too. ## 15. Boost Your Calcium Intake ![sense,](https://img.allw.mn/content/vk/k1/hfhestmb5864bfa971c5e829813709_497x254.gif) Your bones need calcium to stay strong and healthy. Bone density starts to wane as you get older so keep your skeleton in tip-top shape by drinking more milk and eating cheese, yogurt and leafy green veggies. ## 16. Lose Those Stubborn Pounds ![person, people, crowd, audience, interaction,](https://img.allw.mn/content/gk/au/qr3whe945864c02d23df8565912461_500x247.gif) Whether you have an extra 5 or 50 pounds hanging on, dropping them is important in 2018. Carrying around to much weight leads to heart disease, joint issues, diabetes and cancer. ## 17. Get Your Health Checked ![person, man, male, muscle, Weight?,](https://img.allw.mn/content/ob/ho/c579t38i5864c137b5080876653529_320x225.gif) No matter your age, there are some important tests that can help your doctor assess your health. Examples include a breast and pelvic exam, a pap smear, a cholesterol screening, a mole check and a basic blood panel. 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