(WXYZ) — The holidays have come and gone, and 2020 is here.
For many people, the new year is when we make resolutions about things we’d like to change in our lives. We asked metro Detroiters in our online poll to run down their top New Year’s Resolutions for our Thursday’s Top 7.
#7 Eat Healthier
After the Christmas cookies and the calorie-packed cocktails, many metro Detroiters says they want to eat healthier in the new year. It’s 7th on our list.
#6 Exercise More
6th on our list is to exercise more. Combined with eating healthier, exercise will lead to weight loss and better health. You can start small too. Walking a little more each day can have a big impact.
#5 Get Organized
Getting organized is 5th on our list. Experts suggest organizing one aspect of your life at a time. You’ll see quicker results and can feel a boost by early success.
#4 Live Life to the Fullest
“Living Life to the fullest”. And while for some that may mean travel or other experiences. That can be pricey.
Try exploring new restaurants, museums and even free activities right here in metro Detroit. You and your wallet will be happy.
#3 Get Out of Debt
Tackling debt comes in 3rd. Turning a mountain of debt into a molehill takes time. But cutting that big job into smaller pieces can help you stay on track. So reducing your debt by 25 percent this year may be more realistic than wiping it out completely.
#2 Save More / Spend Less
And if you want to get out of debt you have to spend less and save more. That’s the 2nd most popular resolution on our online poll. While you can cut the waste out of your monthly budget, set aside money for emergencies and to have a social life. If you’re budget is too strict, you're less likely to stick with it in the long run.
#1 Lose Weight
\An overweight person walks through Glasgow city centre on October 10, 2006 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)
Topping the list is losing weight! Some people make this resolution every year. The best advice here is to stick with whichever diet plan you choose, even if you break the diet again and again. Don’t get discouraged. It takes time to make new habits stick.
No matter whether you want to make large changes or a small one –the new year is a new opportunity for a new you!
