Fitness Tip: Yoga can help you feel centred. It stretches and strengthens your body, improves your breathing and awareness, and empowers your mind.

Fitness Tip: Unless you’re training for a marathon, skip long, slow, distance running — sprinting builds more muscle.

Fitness Tip: Be warned: Buying foods labeled “low-fat,” “non-fat,” or “fat-free” may encourage you to eat up to 50 percent more calories.

Fitness Tip: Occasionally buy new shoes or gym clothes if it helps to revitalize your passion for the gym and for exercise.