New years resolution statistics
If you half-heartedly swore off sweets/cocktails/Netflix bingeing when the clock struck midnight this year, you're not alone. Only 12 percent of people are absolutely sure that they'll keep their New Year's resolution, according to a recent survey by Red Bull.
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But here's why that number needs to be way higher: The top resolution for both men and women was improving their overall health. And that's actually a really great goal—it's doable, not too specific, and action-oriented (all qualities of a great New Year's resolution).
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So if you made a realistic resolution like this for 2014, there's no reason why you shouldn't be totally confident that you'll stick with it. Need a boost? Check out our New Year, New You center for all the inspiration you need.
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