The majority of Brits reach a point between Christmas and New Year where they’re itching to get back into a healthy routine after a Christmas full of treats, booze and lack of exercise
New research has showed the top ways in which Brits show the signs that they’re ready to embrace a healthier New Year, with many itching for a healthy routine between Christmas and New Year.
Seven in ten Brits reach a point between Christmas and New Year where they cannot wait to get back to a healthy routine. And the majority of Brits vow to get back to it on January 2, a new poll has found.
However, one in five plan to continue to eat, drink and be merry right up until Monday, January 6. The research of 2,000 Britons, has revealed a host of signs you’re ready for a January reset – with frantically tidying and organising the house the biggest indicator.
Wanting to tear the Christmas tree down before the twelfth night and buying a new 2025 planner or diary are other signals you’re ready for a January routine. Other signs include, throwing chocolate away, pledging to only cook wholesome meals, and encouraging your kids to do something constructive.
Yet despite people’s best intentions, over half say it’s hard getting back into a healthy routine, according to the poll by HelloFresh. Overall, the survey found nine in ten agree enjoying regular, healthy home cooked meals is one of their main priorities for January.
Mimi Morley, Senior Recipe Development Manager at HelloFresh, said: “January is the perfect time to reset, and we know that getting back into a routine can be tough, especially when it comes to mealtimes, which is why we’re making it easy to get a nutritious, home-cooked meal on the table without all the hassle.
“The meal kits are full of fresh ingredients and simple instructions, so even on those busy evenings, families can enjoy dinner together without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s all about making mealtime a little easier, so families can focus on what really matters – being together.”
Listening to healthy podcasts, dreaming of green vegetables, yearning for wild swimming and wanting to get dressed are other signs you are ready to say goodbye to December.
Here are the top 10 signs you’re ready for a healthy January routine:
1: You’re frantically tidying and organising the house – 38%
2: You can’t WAIT to tear the tree down – 25%
3: You’re sick of leftover sandwiches – 24%
4: You’ve purchased a new 2025 planner – 22%
5: You’re ready to hit the gym – 20%
6: You’ve thrown any leftover chocolate away – 18%
7: You start pledging to cook wholesome food – 16%
8: You have the desire to get up and dressed – 15%
9: You’re craving water and herbal tea – 13%
10: You’re nagging the children to do something constructive – 13%
