New Year's Resolutions 2026: Why many plans fail and how to do it better
The new year is just around the corner, and for many people in Switzerland, it marks the time for good resolutions. Whether it's more exercise, a healthier diet, or less stress – the goals are often ambitious. However, experience shows that most people give up on their resolutions after just a few weeks.
Swiss exercise scientist and personal trainer Alain Bartlome has studied this topic extensively. He explains that many people make the same mistakes when planning their goals. Often, the goals are formulated too vaguely, or the time commitment required in everyday life is underestimated. When progress fails to materialize, motivation quickly drops.
To avoid these mistakes, Bartlome recommends a structured approach. He relies on the so-called THL method. This method is intended to help people plan their goals more realistically and implement them more consistently in everyday life. Through better planning, athletes and health-conscious individuals can significantly increase their chances of success.
According to experts, an important point is not to strive for too many changes at once. Instead of turning your entire lifestyle upside down in one day, it makes more sense to take small, measurable steps. This way, the joy of change is maintained, and both the body and mind have time to get used to the new habits.
Anyone who wants to successfully implement their resolutions for 2026 should therefore take time for good preparation. With the right strategy and a realistic assessment of one's own capabilities, nothing stands in the way of a healthier start to the new year.