Take Steps Toward a Healthier Lifestyle

These small steps toward a healthier you:

* Make just one change at a time, and only when you're ready. Reaching all of your goals may take months, even years.
* Acknowledge that you have some bad habits that you'll need to work hard to change.
* Decide why it's important for you to make these changes, whether it's for yourself or for your family or friends.
* Start with one simple change that will make a difference, such as taking a daily 15-minute walk instead of watching TV.
* Create realistic goals and set deadlines. Make sure you meet those goals, and reward yourself appropriately.