Losing weight and feeling great isn't easy.

BUT journey is well worth it!

Many people commit to their health and well being via a New Years resolution. Why not? The New Year is a great time to make a fresh start and commitment to your health.

How do you remain motivated however for an entire year?

The single most important piece of advice I can offer you is this:

Don't give up, and pick yourself back up when you stumble or fall.

Everyone slips here and there. Just because you had one cheat day doesn't mean your entire fitness and exercise program needs to be ruined.

On contrary. Everyone slips now and again.

The key to sticking with a program is to make slips MUCH less frequent than days you are firmly committed to your program.

So have that piece of chocolate on occasion and don't beat yourself up for it.

Here are some additional great ideas for staying motivated throughout year:

Tip 1

Don't make a habit of skipping breakfast.

You should never skip breakfast. It is most important meal of day, and revs your metabolism to burn calories each and every day.

When you skip breakfast, you are more likely to overeat and then feel guilty later in day.

Tip 2

They know that a treadmill can help them lose weight, get fit, burn extra calories and reach their fitness goals.

But that's only if you use it. A treadmill is a large investment to make and you want to be sure that it is right piece of exercise equipment for your needs.

How do you know if a treadmill is right for you? How do you know if it's suitable for kind of exercise that fits your lifestyle?

If you're thinking about buying a treadmill, here are 3 ways to tell if a treadmill is right piece of exercise equipment for you:

#1 Do you prefer to exercise alone or in groups?

Walking on a treadmill is not a group activity (it could be - but that's a little dangerous). If you prefer to exercise with other people, say for example in a group sports situation, a treadmill might not be best choice for you.

Of course a treadmill can add another side to your exercise options if you do get most of your exercise from social or group sports. But if you absolutely hate exercising by yourself, don't buy a treadmill.

On other hand, some people enjoy exercising on their own - it's a sort of getaway from constant social buzz surrounding them every day. A treadmill would be great for someone looking for this kind of exercise 'retreat'.

#2) Do you prefer to exercise outdoors or indoors?

Some people prefer to exercise outdoors. They take hikes to enjoy beauty of nature or rollerblade down sidewalks to take in fresh air. If you prefer to be outdoors to exercise then a treadmill may not be for you.

And if you live in all-year-round sunny, warm weather, you may not need a treadmill (then again, you may prefer a cooler, air-conditioned workout.)

However, if you happen to live in seasonal climates where it rains, snows or both, a treadmill can be a handy tool to maintain your fitness regimen during bleak weather months. Exercising on your treadmill can help you fight winter weight gain and even stave off those nasty winter blues.

#3 Do you enjoy walking, jogging or running?

Walking is an exercise that everybody can do. It's simple, doesn't require heightened coordination, and can be a great way to clear your head and deal with stress. Anyone can do it, regardless of fitness level - from absolute beginner to elite athlete.

There are also people who enjoy rhythm and routine of jogging or running. Running or jogging is also one of best all-round ways to burn fat. Again, it's fairly simple to do and doesn't require complex coordination.

While benefits to walking, jogging and running are numerous, some people just don't like to exercise this way. They like challenge of a box-aerobics class or mastering a complicated martial art. If you fall into this category, a treadmill will not meet your exercise preferences and it may not be right machine for you.