5 Things to Do If You're Struggling with Your New Year's Resolutions

January 20, 2022

Tip of the Day

Found yourself with leftover ginger? Peel the whole root and freeze it in a small freezer bag with the air expelled. It’ll keep for months and be there when you need “fresh” ginger again.

Happy Thursday! We’re getting close to the end of January and if you’re already struggling with your New Year’s resolutions then you’ll definitely want to check out these tips. (And if your resolution is exercise-centric, do check out these low-impact exercises you can do at home as well as why resistance bands are a must-have for leg toning and sculpting.)

While you’re at it, check out our tips for selecting the best sheets for a good night’s sleep. Exercise and self-care can only take you so far if you’re not sleeping well. If you’re squared away with good sheets and a comfy bed but you find yourself staying up late every night you might have a case of revenge sleep procrastination.

Speaking of sports and fitness though, today’s water cooler trivia is a throwback to the start of an era. On this day in 1892, the first official game of basketball took place. The game was hosted by basketball inventor James A. Naismith in Springfield, MA. The first players were his students at the International Young Men’s Christian Association Training School (now Springfield College). The game quickly spread to YMCA youth centers across the U.S. and Canada, helping basketball gain a swift cultural foothold.

– Jason

Every Jan. 1, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions. While most are excited and optimistic when setting these goals, life tends to get in the way pretty quickly. In fact, many people abandon their resolutions within a month. If that’s where you find yourself right now, we’ve got some advice to help you get back on track. Read More »

Resistance band routines have become the holy grail of leg workouts. If you’ve never given them a try, now’s the time! They’ll almost certainly change your life—or at least get you legs in amazing shape! Read More »

Everyone has slightly different wants and needs when it comes to their bedsheets because it can make a huge difference in your sleep quality. Do you need to be cool or warm? Do you prefer simple, luxurious, crisp, or soft? Whatever your preferences are, we’ll help you narrow down the perfect sheet set for you. Read More »

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You might have heard that the third week of January is when lots of folks start giving up on those New Year’s resolutions. If one of yours was to get more exercise, but you can’t afford a gym membership, no problem! You can get an excellent daily workout without ever leaving your home. Read More »

One of the biggest stumbling blocks to decluttering is sentimentality. It’s also a pain to overcome. There’s a viral decluttering method that might help. Read More »

It’s no secret that Target is a go-to destination for affordable home decor. Now, the retailer’s collection is growing. Read More »

There is no shortage of food trends coming out of the pandemic. Arguably one of the most popular is breading baking. From banana to sourdough, everyone seemed to take up the hobby. If you were one of them, the method a bakery in Iceland uses to bake its bread might blow your mind. Read More »

You likely know Le Creuset for its durable, cult-classic cookware, and those beautiful colors don’t hurt. Now, the brand has launched a collection that you’re going to fall in love with. Read More »

Both YouTube Premium and YouTube Music Premium grant users an ad-free streaming experience with support for offline videos or movies and background playback on mobile apps. Of course, these subscriptions aren’t cheap, but you could save big with services’ new annual plans, which are discounted until January 23rd. Read More »

Super Bowl LVI is right around the corner, and it may be one of the biggest games of the last decade. With fan-favorite teams and a crazy halftime show lineup, you don’t want to miss this one—thankfully, you can watch Super Bowl 2022 for free! Read More »