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 Fall 2008

Start the Week Right

Photo of person squeezing lemon on salmonevery Monday, you did something good for your health. You could walk a mile, work out at the gym, or eat an extra couple of servings of fruits and vegetables. By the end of the year, you’d have logged an impressive number of healthy activities.

Some people have trouble sticking with healthy behaviors all week long. Think of each Monday as a great day to renew your commitment because it’s the start of the week. Here are some ideas to get you going:

  • Eat whole grains for breakfast, such as oatmeal, bran flakes, or whole wheat toast.
  • Take 10-minute breaks to stretch, walk, or exercise with dumbbells.
  • Have fish for dinner. The American Heart Association recommends having two servings a week.

No matter what you do, make Monday your day to stick with a “New Week” resolution. Then add your healthy habits to every day of the week.