Weight loss

What’s the most common New Year’s resolution? Weight Loss. Clinical psychologist Dr. Stacey Wadlington said to be successful at losing weight, you need to make specific goals you can accomplish on a weekly or monthly basis to achieve the larger goal. For example, if you are working on losing 100 pounds – make a goal to lose 10 pounds in the next couple months. (Image credit: AP)

Get moving

Wadlington says to let go of unrealistic goals and stick to those smaller benchmarks. Want to be healthier? Make a commitment to working out twice a week. (Image credit: AP)

Find your quiet place

Keeping a focused mindset is important when sticking to your New Year’s resolutions, said clinical psychologist Dr. Stacey Wadlington said. She recommends working on being present and try doing activities so you have some quiet time, like yoga. (Image credit: AP)

Put it in writing

Make a record. Wadlington said to write down your goals and the steps you need to get to them, which will help you remember and stick to resolutions throughout the year. (Image credit: AP)

Share with friends

Get support. Having a friend in on your goals throughout the year can make a big difference said Wadlington. So buddy up to be successful. (Image credit: AP)