Fitness Tip: Keep in mind that striving for perfection usually leads to a disaster. Set small, achievable goals to help you develop healthy habits.

Fitness Tip: Did you know you could burn up to seven per cent more calories in the cold? Try running outside in the cold.

Fitness Tip: Listen to your body. Don’t eat when you’re not hungry and just because food is available. Only eat when you are hungry.

Fitness Tip: The best training tool you’re not using: a jump rope. It’s inexpensive, portable, and you’ll burn about 200 calories in 20 minutes.

Fitness Tip: To help keep you motivated, remember your relationships will grow stronger when you are physically healthy and taking care of yourself.