New Year’s resolutions are a typical tradition of many. Whether that is to take up a new hobby or earn a new achievement, there is truly a goal for everyone to obtain in the new year. Most New Year’s resolutions revolve around creating a better lifestyle for oneself. According to a survey by Statista, as of December 31, 2024, the top six resolutions recorded include saving money, eating healthier, increase in exercise, weight loss, and quitting smoking. As the new year rings in, so does new opportunity. What will the opportunities of the new year specifically bring for high school students?
Planet Fitness is one of the many gyms that sees an increase in new customers in the new year. Creating a healthier lifestyle is the resolution that most people make in the new year. Max, an employee at Planet Fitness, explained, “I have seen a slight increase in younger people coming in.” As mentioned by Max, high school students seem to be jumping into the realm of fitness for their resolutions. The attendance of the overall gym has also seen an increase. Max commented, ”It has been overall more busy recently.” Many take the first step to make this choice, but the true test is will they be able to stick with the challenge. Max commented that “not many stick with it,” in his opinion of the topic.
As many focus on making a change in their health, many also make the choice to improve their spirituality and mental mindset. Senior Jeo Asiedu is creating his own personal New Year’s resolutions to work towards. Asiedu explained, “I want to carry out the characteristics of Christ everywhere I go.” Many make New Year’s resolutions that are personal and developmental to their character. Freshman Ashley Hohm is also making New Year’s resolutions revolving around mindset. Hohm states that her New Year’s resolution is to “not procrastinate on school work,” in order to improve her mindset.
As many make these decisions, the facts on which is the most popular and the ability to follow through with the resolutions is still questioned. Asiedu stated that he thinks the most popular New Year’s resolution is “going to the gym, but no one really follows through with it.” Ashley also responded, saying, “I know lots of people want to start going to the gym and start working out,” when asked about the most popular resolution. New Year’s resolutions are something that take perseverance and commitment to follow through with.
New Year’s resolutions are made to blossom a person into their best self. As many have made these resolutions, the question still stands: Will people be able to stand strong and follow through with these resolutions?