Sydney, Australia, 1 January 2025 – Aussies are being urged to let go of unattainable health goals, as more than four in 10 (43%) will break their resolutions one week into the new year, while the vast majority (71%) will ditch them altogether by the end of January.
The warnings follow fresh research from leading nutrition and food tracking app MyFitnessPal, revealing that while more than one-third (34%) of Aussies will set a New Year's resolution this year, most will be unsuccessful in sticking to their goals in the long term. In fact, the majority of (61%) Australians repeat the same New Year’s resolution each year, pointing to unrealistic new years resolutions among most.
In 2025, most Australians will be focusing on improving their wellbeing and fitness, with more than 3 in 5 (62%) committed to shedding kilos, setting an ambitious average weight loss goal of 10.8kg.
PhD, habit researcher, and dietitian, Dr. Gina Cleo said, “While it’s great that Australians are starting the New Year with the healthy intention in mind, research shows that most New Year’s resolutions do not stick, and in fact are often repeated year after year. This tells us that we need to approach health goals with a more balanced mindset. Striving to improve your lifestyle, whether it is losing weight, exercising more or eating healthier, should always account for the unpredictability of everyday life.”
“The ultimate goal should be making sustainable lifestyle changes that last in the long-term. By working on achievable goals and focusing on progress over time, we can set ourselves up for success and achieve lasting results,” continued Dr. Gina.
The research also found that over a third of Australians (35%) will keep their resolutions private, with three quarters (75%) opting to do so to avoid judgement. As a result, more than a quarter of people (30%) have already made a head start by working on their goals before January 1.
“Whether beginning their journey ahead of time or maintaining discretion about their goals, it appears that for many Aussies, resolutions are set with high hopes but often end with broken promises,” said nutritionist and MyFitnessPal ambassador, Michaela Sparrow.
"Rather than waiting for the right occasion to start working on your health, I believe it's all about finding the perfect balance between your life and your desired outcomes – 80% of the time focusing on your goals and making progress, and 20% of the time allowing yourself to enjoy the things and foods that bring you joy and help you stay motivated,” continued Michaela.
For Aussies looking to achieve lasting results that extend beyond New Year's resolutions, tracking daily nutrition is a great first step in finding the balance that helps make progress in day to day life.
Michaela added, “Knowledge is power. By using nutrition tracking apps like MyFitnessPal to monitor daily food intake and make adjustments that work for you, you’ll be able to create healthy routines that stick. By being more aware of what you eat, you can make more informed choices, track your progress, and feel empowered to nourish your body - and start the new year off on the right foot."
To find more about how you can use MyFitnessPal to track your nutrition and transform your 2025, you can visit www.myfitnesspal.com or download the app for free via the App Store or Google Play.
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