Many across the UK will be counting down the days until they can start afresh, with ditching the chocolate and getting fit top of the list. Here are 10 signs you are ready for a January reset
January is just a stone’s throw away, and despite the remnants of festive food still lurking in fridges and cupboards nationwide, many are itching to start fresh.
Brits are hoovering up pine needles and hitting up Google for ‘healthy recipes,’ swearing off those leftover sandwiches for yet another year – classic signs that they’re all set to welcome the new year with open arms.
A whopping 72 per cent of Brits hit a point during the Christmas period where they’re gagging to get back to their healthy habits, with 34 per cent vowing to dive back in on January 2, reveals a Hello Fresh poll from across the nation. Topping the charts, 38 per cent of Brits confess to giving their homes a good tidy.
A quarter of the population meanwhile, are already eager to ditch their Christmas trees, while a similar number are totally over the leftover butties. Peering into the new year, 22 per cent have bought a planner for 2025, and one in five are ready to hit the gym and sculpt their bods.
Clinical Psychologist Dr Martha Deiros Collado said that keeping your post-holiday life in check doesn’t just magically happen – you’ve got to play your part and craft a “game plan”. Dr Martha advises: “This takes a little preparation but once you are set, it can build some healthy habits that you can continue throughout the year.”
If you find yourself listening to health-focused podcasts, dreaming of green veggies, longing for a wild swim, or eager to get dressed up, it’s a sign that you’re ready to bid farewell to December.
Here are the top 10 signs:
You’re frantically tidying and organising the house – 38%
You cannot WAIT to tear the tree down – 25%
You’re sick of leftover sandwiches – 24%
You’ve purchased a new 2025 planner – 22%
You’re ready to hit the gym – 20%
You’ve thrown any leftover chocolate away – 18%
You start pledging to cook wholesome food – 16%
You have the desire to get up and dressed – 15%
You’re craving water and herbal tea – 13%
You’re nagging the children to do something constructive – 13%
To regain your routine, Dr Martha recommends several strategies, including using a weekly calendar to keep the whole family informed about upcoming events like PE days, non-uniform days, and homework deadlines, reports the Daily Record.
Re-establishing regular meal times can also help bring some consistency and ground everyone after the holiday excitement. Additionally, make a commitment to physical activity, even if it’s just a simple walk or stretch.