Clear Eyes, Dark Skies--Can't Lose! How to Work Out This Winter

[SparkPeople.com::The Weekly Spark]( [The Motivation You Need]( It's dark before you leave for work, dark when you leave the office--unless you're squeezing in a lunchtime workout, your exercise routine is probably happening in the dark these days. Motivation tends to dip this time of year as temperatures cool and daylight hours shorten, but staying consistent with your routine is key in both achieving your goals and keeping your spirits high. The seven tips featured in this article will help you avoid excuses and make time for your sweat session! [+ Read More]( [From the desk of: Alicia Capetillo, Editor-in-Chief SparkPeople]( December is officially here, SparkFriends! With just one month until the end of the year, why not get an early jump on your goals? Who says you have to wait for January 1 to start something new or finally take the leap to improved health and happiness? So many of us hold off on getting started--some due to fear, others due to time restraints or other excuses. By strengthening your resolve and getting started with small steps now, you'll be leaps and bounds ahead by the time the ball drops on the new year! Think about how proud and determined you'll be by starting 2021 with a fresh perspective and new outlook on what your future could look like. Now that you're dreaming of the possibilities, let's take that first small step! [#1 On Your Priority List]( Errands and kids and work deadlines and cleaning and folding, oh my! When you have 100 things on your to-do list, wellness often slips to the bottom of the priority list. Putting self-care at the top of the list (especially around the holidays), though, is key in maintaining your sanity so use these tips to take care of you! [+ Read More]( [Wonder Women]( Who says the weight room is just for the guys? Or that weights will make you ''bulky''? We think it's time to change the way women think about weights--and it starts with putting an end to these four excuses. [+ Read More]( [Patience Is a Virtue]( Being on a journey to weight loss takes time, but losing slowly can feel frustrating. Registered dietitian Toby Amidor is here to break down solutions to five common patience issues so you can learn to trust the process and reach your goal! [+ Read More]( [Stew Season]( [Brr...It's Cold Out There!]( [A Winter Wonder]( GET OUR BEST: [Like on Facebook]([Pin on Pinterest]([Follow on Instagram]( SparkPeople Apps]( your Food]( [Redeem Your SparkPoints]( [Unsubscribe]( © 2020 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. [Terms]( | [Privacy]( | [Manage Emails]( P.O. Box 123, Oakmont, PA 15139