We all plan a New Year’s resolution, but many of us struggle to keep it.  Many times people set unrealistic goals and fail to follow through.

For years now, we have worked with people to help them attain their wellness goals. But the truth is that you cannot separate your daily activities and the accompanying stress from your life. Often you need to make lifestyle changes that impact your "healthy you" choices.

To set a goal that makes sense, we say that it needs to be SMART.

Specific: often a small step (i.e.: bending at the knees instead of at the waist -- helps to improve posture)

Measurable: how can you tell when you've done it?

Attainable: it has to be something that you have the ability to do.

Realistic: you can do it in the time frame and way that you've allowed.

Timely: it is set for a limited time period.

Simple changes to your daily routines such as opting for the stairs instead of the elevator, choosing to drink more water and maintaining spinal health are all steps in the right direction.

Remember, stick with one goal at a time. Master it, continue it and move on to the next. It's best to start with the one that's easiest so that you can be successful.

Wishing you a happy and healthy, goal-filled New Year.