Welcome to, January! The month of hope, ambition, and… tumbleweeds of abandoned New Year’s resolutions. Every year, millions of us make promises to ourselves: “I’ll eat better, I’ll exercise more, I’ll finally learn the ukulele…” and yet, somehow, week two rolls around and the sofa suddenly looks very inviting.
So why do we make them? New Year’s resolutions are more than just a chance to feel guilty about the leftover mince pies. They’re a little spark of optimism—a chance to hit refresh, to challenge ourselves, and maybe even surprise ourselves with what we can achieve. They’re also a brilliant excuse to stock up on shiny new gym gear that might get used.
For me, this year, my resolution is bold: finally get past week 1 of Couch to 5k. That’s right. Week one has defeated me in previous years, but 2026 is the year I conquer it… maybe. (Don’t tell my sofa.)
Of course, not everyone’s resolutions involve running—or kale smoothies, or early mornings. Some people are taking the slow and steady approach, like dedicating more time to friends, reading more, or simply being kinder to themselves. And then, of course, there’s a brilliant bunch of folks who are just saying: “You know what? I’m good as I am. No resolutions this year, thanks.” Fair enough - the honesty of it is pretty refreshing too.
Whatever your approach—whether you’re sprinting into the new year, tiptoeing in, or happily ignoring the resolution hype—there’s one thing we can all agree on: a new year is a chance to laugh, learn, and maybe try a little something new (even if it’s just a different route to the fridge).
So, here’s to 2026! Whether your resolution is daring, daft, or “do nothing at all,” let’s make it a year worth smiling about. And hey—if you see me jogging past, feel free to cheer… or at least offer a coffee at the halfway point.
