Wellness

3 COLA New Year’s resolutions to try

We’ve rounded up fun + manageable ways to meet your New Year’s resolutions, locally. | Photo by @scbluecross

Studies show that most people drop their New Year’s resolutions by mid-January. If you’re looking for inspiration and motivation to stick with (and crush) your goals, we’ve got you.

From moving more and eating well to taking care of yourself in 2024, keep reading for local ways to stick to common New Year’s resolutions.

🚴 Fulfill your fitness goals

One of the most popular New Year’s resolution trends is to exercise more. We know that exercise has proven physical (and even emotional) benefits, but finding a routine that fits can feel overwhelming.

If you’re unsure where to start, take to the community — here are some local workout studios + fitness groups that can help kickstart your wellness journey:

BEATS Barre Studio | The Vista’s newest fitness studio offers fun and upbeat classes that blend mat work, dance cardio + barre movements for a full-body workout.
Street Meat | This cycling group invites bike riders of all levels to explore the bike-friendly streets of Cola.
Columbia Girls Who Walk | Meet with members of the community weekly for two-mile walks at different spots around Columbia.

🥗 Eat well

If you’re feeling motivated to eat healthier in 2024, a great place to start is in your own kitchen.

Have fun building healthy eating habits by finding recipes that are nutritious and delicious, learning more about what fruits + veggies are in season, and shopping at local farmers markets + health food stores, like Rosewood Market.

And yes, you can eat healthy on a budget — from affordable food swaps you can make at the grocery store to finding restaurants that offer healthy meals at a healthy price.

Keep reading for local ways to support your self-care resolutions.

Local ways to self-care

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What health and wellness topics do you want to hear about in 2024?

A. Healthy food + drink
B. Physical fitness
C. Local wellness activities + events
D. Mental health guidance from healthcare experts
E. Other

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Events

Outdoors

Monthly Bird Walk | Thursday, January 11 | 8-10 a.m. | Hampton-Preston Gardens, 1615 Blanding St. | Free | Learn how to identify native and migratory birds by sight, sound + behavior during this guided walk with local birder John Tjaarda.
For the Love of Gardening | Saturday, January 13 | 3-4 p.m. | Richland Library Blythewood, 218 McNulty St. | Free | Green thumbs are invited to this informal gathering to share gardening tips + tricks with fellow plant lovers.

Family

Play Freely: Fun Friday at Wheatley | Friday, January 12 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Richland Library Wheatley, 931 Woodrow St. | Free | Bring out the whole family for a drop-in at the library to connect with the community over games, art, puzzles, and more.

Health

Breastfeeding Basics | Thursday, January 25 | 6-8 p.m. | Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge, 400 Palmetto Health Pkwy. | $25 | This interactive class is for expecting parents to learn about the benefits, positions, and other basics of breastfeeding.

Wellness

Learn to Meditate | Sunday, January 21 | 2-3 p.m. | Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St. | Free | A fun and interactive class for anyone interested in meditation to learn about the fundamentals, styles, positions + health benefits of a meditation practice.

Active

MLK 5K Run and Walk | Saturday, January 13 | 9 a.m. | Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 2300 Greene St. | $40 | Registration is open for this 5K run and walk in celebration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Accessible Yoga in the Galleries | Monday, January 22 | 6-7 p.m. | Columbia Museum of Art, 1515 Main St. | $12-$15 | Flow alongside the art in the CMA galleries during this all-levels gentle + restorative yoga practice.
McAngus Goudelock & Courie Long Run | Saturday, February 3 | 8:45 a.m. | Columbia Craft Brewery, 520 Greene St. | $15-$45 | Register for a 15K, 5K, or the kid’s fun run throughout Downtown Columbia and enjoy a post-race party + awards ceremony at Columbia Craft.

News Notes

Cause

Did you know? January is National Blood Donor Month. Donating blood is a safe and simple process, and it can have a lifesaving impact. Find out where to donate + how to host your own local blood drive.

Active

Baby, it’s cold outside — but, winter weather doesn’t have to limit you to indoor workouts. Check out these cold weather training tips + switch it up by exercising outdoors this season.

Opening

A new 24/7 infrared sauna fitness studio is coming to 4464 Devine St. HOTWORX features virtually-instructed infrared sauna workouts (think: pilates, yoga, cycling + more), promising a powerful blend of heat, energy, and exercise.

Sports

Cue Sandstorm. In case you missed it, the South Carolina Gamecocks 2024 football schedule was recently released, featuring 12 games and two away weeks. The season will kick off on Aug. 31 with a home game versus Old Dominion. (The State)

Wellness

Achoo. Cold and flu season is here. Be proactive + check out this list of seven ways to build a resilient immune system as we enter the peak time for seasonal sickness.

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