Health & Fitness for the New Year With Meredith Schneider! by Donna John

2017 is YOUR year to take care of yourself from the inside out! 30Seconds contributor Meredith Schneider joined us at this week's #30Seconds chat and shared her tips on how to start new and healthy habits for the New Year!

@30seconds @Merber38 Accountability is what I need tips on! Can't wait to learn tips and tricks from everyone #30seconds

— Stephanie (@stephan94848598) January 5, 2017

@30seconds @Merber38 I can't wait to learn some tips! I've been working hard at loosing my baby weight from my pregnancy! #30Seconds

— MrsTaylor2U (@idatchica87) January 5, 2017

Q: How do I stay HAPPY when struggling to meet my goals?

• Set realistic goals for yourself. Don’t overwhelm yourself. One step at a time.
• Celebrate small victories, i.e. more energy, clothes fit better, not out of breath when playing with the kids.
• Don’t beat yourself up for what you ate over the holidays! It’s OK to indulge every once in a while.
• Listen to and/or read personal development that will help you stay focused and positive.

@30seconds @Merber38 A1 Tackle 1 thing at a time....when you have control over that, add another goal #30Seconds

— Toni B (@rychepet) January 5, 2017

Q: How do I make new HEALTHY choices into a lifestyle habit?

• Tell yourself you are making a lifestyle change and you are not dieting. News flash! Diets don’t last. Focus on a lifestyle that will last forever!
• Set yourself up for success! Plan your weekly menu, breakfast, snacks, lunch and dinner!
• Get your family involved. Might not be easy at first but they will jump on with you sooner than you think.

@mrrm07 @StaceyFreeland1 @30seconds @Merber38 Sweets are hard for me too,but I been buying fruits instead! Huge help #30Seconds

— ❄Blessed✝Gurl☃ (@Babygurlie73) January 5, 2017

@30seconds @Merber38 A2: Healthy choices can become healthy habits!! #30seconds

— Lori Leal (@LoriLeal1) January 5, 2017

@30seconds had pork brussel sprouts and a balsamic glaze step in right direction #30seconds pic.twitter.com/qhR9b9oy2z

— Amber Chandler (@Chandlermom221) January 5, 2017

Q: Be FIT? How do I incorporate fitness while focusing on nutrition at the same time?

Don’t think you have to kill yourself in the gym every day. Focus on getting more active each day. Remember, it’s 80 percent nutrition and 20 percent fitness! Incorporate exercise moves anytime you can. Especially when cleaning the house. Happy endorphins anywhere, anytime! Schedule your workouts no matter if at home or the gym! They soon become a habit you won’t want to break.

@30seconds I am trying to stick to my yoga routine and my 2 year old loves to join me in it, doing his own versions of it #30seconds

— Tina T (@Tina3c) January 5, 2017

@30seconds @Merber38 a3 yes nutrition is super important & so many don't really understand it #30Seconds

— jennah jackson (@cam_brandosmomm) January 5, 2017

Q: How do I not lose myself with all the outside pressures of weight loss fads, commercials, social media, etc.?

Super important to be YOU! Don’t try to look like someone else. It’s YOU vs. YOU! Be Happy with who you are as a person while focusing on being a better version of YOU! Be confident in your decisions. It’s OK to mess up along the way. We are all human. Most important, have a strong WHY! Why do you want to lose weight? Have more energy? Gain muscle? Be healthier?

@30seconds @Merber38
A4. Try to stay focused on YOU - every body is different #30seconds

— ❄️☃It's Just Me☃❄️ (@Summrluver) January 5, 2017

@30seconds @Merber38 A4 we need to stay focused all our body types are different some things don't work for others #30Seconds

— Vanessa (@floresv02) January 5, 2017

Q: How do I not feel guilty taking care of me when I know it’s my turn to feel amazing inside and out?

It is YOUR turn! Tell yourself that! Believe it! Act on it! Tell your family your WHY! It is YOUR turn to make yourself priority! There is no reason anyone should feel guilty wanting to be healthier. Don’t allow anyone to make you feel guilty taking care of yourself. You deserve to feel amazing inside and out! Don’t focus on the small things, focus on what is most important to you and achieving your goals.

@30seconds @Merber38 A5: keep telling myself I'm worth it #30Seconds

— Jennifer Davis (@abbynaverysmom) January 5, 2017

@30seconds @Merber38 A5 Mom guilt is REAL! I know I have to take care of me to take care of my family! #30seconds

— Nona Currence (@kmtnmomof3) January 5, 2017

Q: How do I incorporate exercises around the house?

• Drop it like it’s hot! And squat every time you have to pick something up off the floor.
• Take Swiffers to a new level! And clean your floor at the same time. Put Swiffers under your feet, get into a plank and pull your knees to your chest, do 10 reps, then move to new spot. Swiffer plank position, back flat, butt down, core tight, do mountain climbers, alternating knees to your chest.
• In between chores throw in some core and cardio! Run up and down the stairs. Waiting for oven to preheat? Hold a plank!

@30seconds @DPEverybodyfit I love using my boys as weights! They seem to enjoy it too! #30seconds

— #RaisingTheNeeseBoys (@WagamonSamantha) January 5, 2017

@30seconds @Merber38 A6 Do lunges while carrying the laundry basket from room to room #30Seconds

— Toni B (@rychepet) January 5, 2017

Q: How do I keep making healthy eating and exercise not feel like a chore?

Keep it SIMPLE! Don’t let leading a healthy lifestyle stress you out! Here’s a 3-step plan:

• Step 1: Having a strong WHY is huge! Ask yourself what is your WHY and write it down.
• Step 2: Make realistic goals. Get started. Take it one day at a time AND most importantly have fun!
• Step 3: Accountability with no guesswork relives A LOT of stress. As a personal wellness coach I love providing that support.

Be sure to follow  @Merber38, visit goherbalife.com, like her on Facebook and visit her 30Seconds page!

@30seconds Woohoo! Loved the first chat of 2017 and looking forward to many more #30Seconds

— ❄Blessed✝Gurl☃ (@Babygurlie73) January 5, 2017