OH! Magazine - Australian Version January 2014 (Australian Version) | Page 3

WELCOME TO 2014! A new year is upon us. And if your life feels anything like mine then 2013 passed by in the blink of an eye. Did you achieve the goals you set for yourself? Or did you set them and then forget them, like many of us mere mortals? 2014 brings with it the opportunity to really make a difference; in your own life and in the lives of those around you. So you have a choice: commit to doing things differently in a bid to create something new (which may equate to temporarily feeling uncomfortable) OR keep following the path well travelled and just stop expecting things in your life to change. The truth is, if you do not change your behaviour then you cannot achieve new things. Your body, your health, your wellness, esteem and confidence will stay the same unless you alter the things you do. My tip to help you achieve the new you this new year is easy. With every decision you make, simply first ask yourself ‘which course of action will take me closer to my dream life/weight/ body/health/wellness?’ and then choose that option. Even though the adjustment period may feel uneasy, take solace knowing that the pain or discomfort is temporary; it will pass and in its place it will leave a new you – a version that is closer to the end-version of yourself that your heart desires. Good luck! I want to hear about your progress so please keep me updated throughout your journey. I wish you and your loved ones an amazing 2014, and I thank you sincerely for making this magazine a part of your journey to optimum health, wellness and fitness. ANALEE MATTHEWS Publisher & Editor [email protected] THIS MAGAZINE EXISTS, THANKS TO THESE COOL CATS: ANALEE MATTHEWS, All Smiles Creative Publisher & Editor Email: [email protected] Web: www.ohmagazine.com.au Facebook: /the.OH.Magazine Ph: 0411 314 503 JACK LEE, JLee Design Creative Director Ph: 0466 426 649 www.jleedesign.com.au Photography www.istockphoto.com www.GarethChristianPhotography.com Our Expert Authors See page 39 Prize Winners Congratulations to the winners of our recent giveaways (all of whom have been notified and/or received their prize). Visit www.ohmagazine.com.au/prizewinners for a full list of winners. This magazine is supported by Before trying any new activities or health regimes you should consult an appropriate health or fitness professional for clearance. The information in this publication is not a substitute for advice or consultation with any health, medical or fitness professional. The health and fitness industries often provide conflicting – sometimes even contradictory – information; as the reader it is your responsibility to safely determine what does or does not work for you. All prices stated are the recommended retail prices in Australian currency and may be subject to change. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, all parties associated with the production and publishing of this magazine accept no responsibility for the correctness of any facts and the copyright responsibility of all articles lies with individual contributors. Opinions expressed by the authors in this magazine do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher or any of its production or publishing team. No material in this magazine may be reproduced without written consent from the publisher. Copyright © 2013. All rights reserved. COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS: Unless otherwise specified, all competitions/ giveaways contained in this issue commence at midnight on 1 January 2014 and conclude at 11.59pm on 31 January 2014. Each competition is a game of skill and chance plays no part in determining the winner. The judge’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Winners will be selected by Analee Matthews in Metung (Victoria) a nd will be notified by email no later than 7 February 2014. These terms and conditions apply to all competitions/giveaways contained in this issue, unless otherwise stated. Full terms and conditions can be obtained by visiting www. ohmagazine.com.au/competitions or by writing to OH! Magazine Competition T&C, c/Metung Post Office, Metung 3904 VIC. ( OH! MAGAZINE ) ISSUE 6 3