Dominate 2025: Secrets to New Year's Resolution Success

Many of us are turning our attention to New Year’s resolutions for 2025. It’s the perfect time for reflection and goal-setting—a moment to plan how we can improve our lives in the coming year. Yet, here’s a startling fact: only 8% of people achieve their New Year’s resolutions. That statistic may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be your reality.

In the latest episode of the D8 Training Podcast, Ann-Marie Antic shares her personal formula for success. With years of experience helping clients achieve their goals, Ann-Marie offers practical, sustainable strategies for turning your aspirations into achievements, particularly in the realms of health and fitness. Let’s delve into her secrets to success.

Why Resolutions Fail: The Psychology Behind It

One of the reasons so many resolutions fail is rooted in psychology. Often, we set overly ambitious goals without considering the sustainability of our plans. Ann-Marie recounts the story of a client who took an all-or-nothing approach to weight loss. Her overwhelming and unsustainable efforts led to early burnout and abandonment of her goals—a story that’s all too common.

The takeaway? It’s crucial to set realistic and achievable targets. Unrealistic expectations may feel motivating at first, but they often lead to frustration and failure.

Ann-Marie’s Five-Step Programme for Resolution Success

To combat these pitfalls, Ann-Marie developed a five-step programme that ensures your resolutions stick. Here’s the breakdown:

1. Set a Clear Goal
   Define what you want to achieve with specificity and intention.
2. Understand Your Current Position
   Assess where you are today so you can map out a realistic path forward.
3. Believe in Yourself
   Cultivate a mindset of confidence and determination. As Ann-Marie says, “If you believe you can, you can. If you believe you can’t, you can’t. Either way, you’re right.”
4. Change One Habit at a Time
   Focus on small, incremental changes. Commit to one new habit each month to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
5. Celebrate Progress
   Recognise and reward your milestones along the way. Acknowledging small wins keeps you motivated.