New Year, new plans, new habits
2018 is here! Start the year as you mean to go on with our inspirational New Year’s resolutions and top tips for sticking to them.
The most common New Year’s resolution is to be more active, with a number of people aiming to do something about their health or wellbeing.
Make yourself (and your bank balance) healthier this year with exclusive DofE discounts on selected physical activities.
1. Get on your bike
Whether you are cycling for your Physical section, on a bike for your expedition, or want to get more active on your daily commute to school or work – cycling will make you fitter and save you money on travel costs.
Download your voucher to use in store at Halfords to save 10% on all bikes and cycle accessories, including sale items.
2. Take to the snow
Embrace the cold season and hit the slopes. Skiing is a great way to get a full body workout and gives you the adrenaline rush that is known to give your brain power a short burst and gift a lift to your immune system.
Save up to 20% on your snow wear and accessories at Snow+Rock using your DofE Card or voucher in store and online.
3. Hit the ground running
Use the power of your own two feet and go for a run this January. Running is cheap, easy and always energetic. Running is great for those who are strapped for time – you only need to run half as long to get the same benefits as other sports
Build up your routine slowly in some stylish running gear, specialist shoes and accessories, and save up to 20% using your DofE Card or voucher at Runners Need.
4. Just go for a walk
Going for a walk is the simplest and easiest way to get more active. It helps you stay fit strengthens your bones and muscles, and improves your mood.
Need some help sticking to your resolutions? Make achieving your goal easier with our top three tips:
1. Make it specific. Instead of saying ‘I’m going to cycle more’, make your goal ‘I’m going to cycle to work/school three days a week’. Having a clear goal in mind will keep you motivated.
2. Be realistic. Instead of saying ‘I’m going to run a marathon in two months’, make your goal ‘I’m going to run 10k by June’. Setting a realistic goal in a manageable time frame will keep you on track.
3. Make it exciting. Instead of saying ‘I’m going to learn to ski’, make your goal ‘I’m going to learn to ski so that I can go on an amazing ski holiday’. An exciting goal will inspire you to keep it up.
For more discounts towards all your 2018 ventures, visit ‘Your Discounts’ at DofEShopping.org.
