Beyond Diet & Exercise: Creating Healthier Habits for the New Year

Everyone seems to vow to lose weight in the new year. But what other healthy habits should you develop?
Everyone seems to vow to lose weight in the new year. You hear so much about resolutions for diet and exercise, you're probably tired of the same old ideas.

Well, what if you could develop healthy habits for the new year besides dieting and exercise?

Melanie Cole, MS, and Dr. Felecia Stoler, PhD, discuss OTHER things to consider when making your resolutions, like the importance of sleep, how to quit smoking, and the benefits of family time. Don't re-invent the wheel this coming year... create a new plan and stick to it!

Additional Info

  • Segment Number: 5
  • Audio File: train_your_body/1351tb2e.mp3
  • Featured Speaker: Felicia Stoler, PhD
  • Book Title: Living Skinny in Fat Genes
  • Guest Bio: felicia stoler close upDr. Felicia Stoler is a registered dietitian, exercise physiologist and expert consultant in disease prevention, wellness and healthful living. She has a bachelors from Tulane University, a masters in applied physiology and nutrition from Columbia University and her doctorate in clinical nutrition from UMDNJ. Felicia serves on many local, state and national committees related to health and wellness. Felicia is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine and is a Fellow of the ACSM. Felicia is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is on the House of Delegates.

    Dr. Stoler hosted the second season of TLC's groundbreaking series Honey, We're Killing the Kids!, which took aim at the unhealthy lifestyles of families, across the country, in an effort to motivate them to make positive changes. She is the author Living Skinny in Fat Genes™: The Healthy Way to Lose Weight and Feel Great (Pegasus) which was featured in USA Weekend among the top "must have" books in 2011. She has been a contributor for FoxNews.com and written several book chapters. Stoler authored the ACSM's Current Comment on Childhood Obesity.

    Felicia has been on many national and local television and radio programs across the US. She is one of the most sought-after nutrition/fitness experts for TV, radio, newspapers and magazines. Felicia is passionate about helping people live healthier lives – and practices what she preaches. She maintains a private practice and provides consulting and public speaking. Felicia is the mother of two children and step mom of one – living in NJ.
  • Length (mins): 10
  • Waiver Received: No
  • Host: Melanie Cole, MS