If you've started 2026 with grand goals, like running a marathon, reading every book on your e-reader or making sure you get eight hours of sleep every night and feel you're already falling short of them, don't lose hope! Instead, we recommend setting smaller and more attainable ones that you can use as stepping stones to achieve your bigger targets.
And in case you're feeling lost entirely, we've come up with seven wellness resolutions that you can try to incorporate into your daily life as you navigate your way through the year.
7 realistic wellness goals for 2026
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Below are some ideas for smaller wellness goals to use as New Year's resolutions. These ideas may be easier to fit into your day and can be pleasant boosts to your overall lifestyle.
1. Go on daily walks
Exercise is one of the common New Year's resolutions, but it's also one we tend to lapse on. Some 73% of people who set fitness goals as their New Year's resolutions quit before they hit their targets. Hitting the gym hard each day can quickly feel like a chore and wear you out.
Try not to think in terms of exercise, instead think of it as added activity. Focus on completing the activity itself rather than setting a certain number of pounds to lose or weight to lift.
A good example is setting a goal to go on a daily walk. You could take it during a lunch break or in the morning or evening. Treadmills or indoor tracks can work for bad weather days. Focusing on a brisk, uplifting walk can make the activity feel more manageable. In fact, walking is an excellent stress buster.
2. Enrich your diet
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