Dear Subscriber,
'Take 10' for You…
Get your resolutions in shape

id you make a few grand resolutions on New Year's Eve? If so, there's something you should probably do right away: Get your resolutions in shape! In this issue, we offer practical advice from experts on how to keep those big dreams from evaporating come March by turning them into realistic, achievable goals now.

You'll also discover the truth about sweating and exercise in the Ask the Trainer column (in case you're one of those people who dislikes exercising because you think it means having to sweat) and learn in the Fitness Minute how to de-stress using simple breathing techniques. Plus, find some great recipes for incorporating soy in your diet in 2005, and much more!

Best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year!

The National Women’s Health Resource Center Staff

P.S. And remember, Take 10 for yourself…a cup of hot chocolate, a stroll, a stretch…

More Than Good Intentions
Realistic Goals Help You Lose Weight and Get Fit

Fitness Minute
Stress Relief: Just a Breathe Away

Eating Well
3 Great Soy Recipes

Are you planning on becoming much more physically active this year?
Take this quiz to see if you need to speak with your doctor first.

Q. Is it true that being regularly physically active will help you live longer, even if you're overweight?

A. We used to think that being inactive, or sedentary, was bad because it led to obesity. Newer research has shown that sedentary living, by itself, is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease. More...

Pat of Columbus, GA writes: "Last year I didn't make any resolutions. I set a goal that I wanted to lose weight, eat more healthy foods, and not diet…" Read more. What's your inspiration? Is there someone or something that's inspired you to take better care of yourself, or to live life to the fullest? Tell us.

We value your opinion and suggestions. Please send comments on this Newsletter to evanness@healthy women.org.

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Last month's HealthyWomen Take 10 poll results:
71 percent of respondents said they get between 6 to 8 hours of sleep on an average night.

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