More Fun, Greater Ease: My Heartfelt Resolution for 2026

Dance, Laugh, Live: Bringing Joy to Your New Year 2026

You see, one of my New Year’s resolutions for 2026 is beautifully simple: to bring more fun into all areas of my life. Yes, this is my one and only goal and New Year’s resolution: to add more fun, laughter, and simple enjoyment to my life. No more overexerting, no more struggling or worrying. I’ve decided to take it easy and have more fun.

My vision board for the year 2026 is filled with many exciting goals across various areas of my life. Today, let's focus on health, as it forms the foundation for a fulfilling life.

First, let us clear away some long-standing misinformation about a “healthy” BMI: muscle is heavier than fat, and if you have more muscle, your BMI will appear higher. The WHO states that beyond a certain number, a BMI is considered too high, and according to their chart, you are then labeled as unhealthy. Sadly, health insurance companies also judge their clients according to this classification. So if muscle training is your hobby, the WHO may say that, based on your BMI, you are not healthy. How is that possible?

Then, of course, marketing tells you to buy a scale that measures your body fat—and here comes the next misleading myth, especially for women: yes, women’s breasts are mostly fat, and those body-fat scales will therefore tell many women that they have too much body fat. Again, this is misleading, particularly for women. They use these common beliefs to market their products, but with a solid understanding of biology, you can easily discern the truth.

While BMI may apply to people who do no sport or strength training, and body-fat scales may be somewhat informative for men, if you truly want to know how much dangerous visceral fat is present in your body, it is best to visit a qualified specialist who uses proper medical equipment to measure these values accurately. Having such a check-up once a year can provide valuable clarity.

Now that we have cleared this up, let us find some more fun in our cardio training. Because yes, I know it is also on your list of New Year’s resolutions: more and healthier cardio exercise. I admit that I have an indoor bike, which I use three times a week, and I also have a rowing machine. But honestly, unless I have some good action movies to watch while training, these workouts can get boring.

Wondering how to add more fun to my fitness routine, I dove into the world of youtube fitness videos. But there, too, I got bored pretty quickly. Then, suddenly, I came across one of those Bollywood dance videos - and somehow, the dancers’ positive energy made me start dancing along. Have you ever noticed the joy of life in those beautiful Bollywood movies, the passion that comes alive when they dance? It is simply contagious.

Dancing was one of my hobbies when I was a student, but I had forgotten what a powerful form of cardio training it can be. If you have a smartwatch or fitness tracker, you may be surprised to see your heart rate while following a good dance video. If you dance for more than 30 minutes to your favorite music videos, you have completed an amazing cardio workout. Dancing can even be a better form of cardio than running outdoors: it is much gentler on your joints and knees. Plus, dancing is fun, and it fills you with energy and joy.

Dancing is an amazing fat burner! The best part? While you’re moving to the music and having a blast, you’re actually burning more fat than you might by running.

Here are the facts: Dancing is a form of aerobic exercise that improves cardio-vascular health by increasing heart rate and enhancing circulation. Regular dancing has been shown to improve balance, coordination, and flexibility, which are important factors in preventing falls and injuries. Dancing engages multiple muscle groups simultaneously, helping to build muscular endurance and functional strength.
Studies show that physical activities involving rhythm and coordination, such as dancing, support brain health and cognitive function. Dancing has documented mental health benefits, including reducing stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression through the release of endorphins.

This is why I am choosing to dance again, knowing it will make consistent cardio training easy and add more fun to it.

What about you, dear reader - what are your wishes for the new year, and what goals have you placed on your vision board for your life? What are your New Year’s resolutions for 2026? What is your heart truly longing for?

If you’re looking for a little extra inspiration to bring positive changes into your life, you’ll find plenty of encouragement and ideas on my website.
And if you ever feel like connecting, I would love to share a cozy video call with you - enjoy a virtual cup of coffee together and have a heart-to-heart conversation.

With Love, Jeanne
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www.jeannejess.com

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