Every year it seems losing weight is right at the top of the list of the most popular New Year’s Resolutions. But sadly, by February most of these people will have given up on their goal and reverted to their old ways, only to resolve the following year to lose the weight once again.

This year, we’d like to suggest you make keeping off any weight you lose in 2021 your resolution. We like that resolution better than to lose weight because losing the weight is only part of the battle keeping the weight off is really the way to make the resolution mean something.

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The new year indicates a clean slate; a start date to break old, bad habits and create new, healthier habits. With a plan and determination, you can make it happen. The first step: Trash the following common thoughts that can keep you from your weight loss goals.

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It’s time to gear up for 2015! The new year brings the feeling of a fresh start, which is why so many people make New Year’s resolutions. Weight loss is the most common resolution, but only 8 percent of people who make New Year’s resolutions actually stick to them. Don’t be discouraged by the statistic, and learn how to make a resolution that will stick year round.

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Each year new health trends emerge and others fizzle. Some trends are great for your health, but others catch on that can steer you waistline in the wrong direction. It’s time to kick the worst health trends of 2013 to the curb, so we can make room for new, healthy habits in 2014.

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You aren’t alone if you’re planning on ringing in the new year with a new you. About 45 percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, according to a University of Scranton study. Weight loss tops the New Year’s resolution list, but only 8 percent of people who make resolutions are successful. Don’t let the odds bring you down. Let go of what kept you from your goals in years past and make this the year your resolution sticks. With just a little focus and determination, you can make 2014 your best year ever.

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For many people, the span between Halloween and Valentine’s Day can be among the trickiest to navigate without holiday weight gain. But it can be done! This year, try following these tips to make sure you don’t experience holiday weight gain before the New Year:

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