Every January, most Americans embrace the long standing tradition of making resolutions. The turn of the year signifies new beginnings, and is celebrated by bettering ourselves. The most common resolutions are to exercise more, eat healthy and lose weight. However, only about 75% of those resolutions make it to a week, and less than half are still in motion after 6 months. So what can we do to ensure we stay on track?

It’s hard to break old habits and form newer, healthier ones. But research shows, your more likely to follow through with your resolutions if they trigger a positive emotional response, and are easy. So rather than transforming overnight, take actionable, digestible smaller steps to be the person you want to become. An easy, fun first step to get back to a healthier lifestyle? Get a message.

Messages help repair damaged muscles so you can return to exercising in a way that is constructive, and non-injury forming. It also loosens your muscle tension, helping to prevent potential future injuries. They also get your blood flowing, allowing for better circulation, oxygen flow, and aiding the healing process. Messages reduce inflammation, and increase your body's ability to flush out toxins and ailments.

Massages are great to treat stress as well. Stress can cause illness, make you more injury-prone, and affect your sleep cycle. Don’t just take care of your body, nurture your mind. They are intertwined, so focus on overall well-being. Subsequently, massages also help you sleep better. Less stress, and aches and pains, means more restful sleep- making you more energized, and ready for a day of healthy decision making.

So before you make the major leap to build a home gym, or start a trendy juice cleanse, book yourself a massage to kick start your 2021 health journey.