Out of everyone who starts their New Year's resolutions on January 1, nine out of 10 will fail, and nearly half fail by month's end. This may sound pessimistic, but it's better to acknowledge the reality upfront. Most people start these goals with the wrong mindset and poor planning at exactly the wrong time. And that's exactly why I'm starting my fitness resolutions today, December 1, instead.
Picture ahead a month from now. We've only just passed the winter solstice, so days are gloomily short and dark. You've spent your winter break eating rich holiday dinners, stocking candy, and meals out with old schoolmates, gaining happy memories and plenty of pounds.
