Analysis completed by the Pew Research Center indicates that while more than 30% of Americans practice the tradition of setting goals for themselves at the start of each new calendar year, only 9% of those individuals find success in the resolution.
Diving further into this intriguing topic, it is important to note that the people who experience the most success at following through with their New Year’s Resolutions have support and easy access to resources needed to complete their resolutions.
Whether it is striving to lose a few pounds, be more active, reconnect with friends and family, spend more quality time with your children or save money this next year, the businesses of Burlington, Massachusetts have some of the best resources available. Let’s explore some of the businesses that could align with your resolution in 2025!
Fitness & Movement
By far, the most common resolution made by Americans is the desire to improve their fitness level whether that includes mobility training, stretching with yoga, workout classes, a gym membership or a fitness studio, it is a great first step in living a healthier lifestyle.
Burlington has a wide range of gyms, yoga studios, and fitness-focused businesses. There literally is a class for all skill levels, interests and ages. If yoga is what you are looking for Roots Yoga is a perfect place to start your mobility journey. Additionally, you can find warm and welcoming yoga workouts at Hotworx or Dryp Yoga Studio. Beginners and experts alike can find a class and schedule that works for you!
Fitness locations abound in Burlington as well. Choose a location that fits your schedule, style of workout and vibe. Choose from Lifetime Fitness, Lift Training Collective, CrossFit, Fitness Together, Orangetheory Fitness or Planet Fitness to jump-start your 2025 resolution. Each of these options has something for everyone whether you are looking for one-on-one training, a women’s workout room, or a cost-effective place to sweat off those holiday cookies.
For families looking to workout together or enjoy activities together, the Greater Burlington YMCA is a great choice with lots of activities for people of all ages and skill levels.
Reconnect or Get Social
For far too many of us, the work-life balance is all out of whack. If your New Year’s Resolution includes reconnecting with friends or spending more quality time with family, Burlington has some amazing restaurants, nature trails, and activities to get you moving toward your goals.
Sometimes reconnecting or being more social may just mean carving out some time to share a meal. Burlington has an amazing number of world-class restaurants to choose from depending on the cuisine you crave. Even just a meal once a week together can help you feel reconnected and allow you to spend some quality time together with friends or family. Check out the restaurants on the Bring Me To Burlington page.
Manage Personal Finances
Resolutions to cut back on spending or to manage finances are also fairly common as so many of us see the credit card bills after the holidays and realize we may need to reign in the wallet a smidge.
Burlington has many wealth management companies to get you on your way to achieving your spending or saving goals in the New Year.
What is your resolution this year and how can Burlington set you on the path to success? Let us know how Burlington businesses helped support your resolution.