The Science Behind Forming Long-Lasting Habits in the New Year

January 15, 2023

Are you looking for an effective way to make long-lasting changes in your life this New Year? Working on forming habits can be a great way to reach your New Year’s fitness and health resolutions, but it can take time to maintain them as the year gets busy. Here are some strategies that will help you cultivate positive habits that will stick long-term.

Forming Long-Lasting Habits in the New Year

The 3 R’s

Research has shown that all long-lasting habits follow a 3-step process.

Reminder – a cue that initiates the habit (ex. wanting to reach fitness goals in the New Year).
Routine – the action you take to make long-lasting habits (ex. staying focused on the goal and crushing your at-home workouts).
Reward – the benefits you gain from doing the habit (ex. hitting new strength training PRs in the New Year).

Repetition

Showing up every day is critical to long-lasting success. Getting into a manageable routine is important so it becomes a long-lasting habit. Years of psychological research have proven that if you perform an action enough times, it will eventually become a habit. Therefore, repeatedly showing up in your home gym will form a long-lasting habit that will help you meet your fitness goals this year.

Believe in Yourself

Remember to believe in yourself. We are more likely to meet our goals if we believe that we can accomplish them. You can achieve anything you set your mind to if you believe in yourself – we believe in you!

Patience Leads to Long-Lasting Habits

Remember, habits develop gradually and take time to stick. Therefore, it is important to remain patient, consistent and focused on your fitness goals. We know that it can be disappointing not to see instant results, but do not let your frustration get in the way of your progress. We are in this for the long run!

Celebrate

Celebrate every milestone – big or small! No matter how small an accomplishment may seem, it deserves a celebration. Celebrating your progression throughout your fitness journey this New Year will create long-lasting habits and results.

Creating Long-Lasting Habits with ZIVA

Commercial-Quality Equipment

Investing in quality equipment for your home gym can help you stay motivated throughout your fitness journey in the New Year. At ZIVA, we are here to help you achieve your fitness goals. We create functional and digital solutions that not only achieve what they are designed to, but will also inspire you to meet your fitness goals and create long-lasting habits. There are many benefits to creating long-lasting habits with ZIVA:

Equipment stays durable over time
Ready for any workout and heavy use
Save money over time – no membership costs!
Work out at home anytime – no waiting for your favorite gym machine!
Keeps commitment strong

Forming long-lasting habits takes time, but it is possible with the right strategies and mindset. Remember to believe in yourself and stay patient – you will see results if you continue to show up. So go out there and crush your fitness goals this year – we believe in you!

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