Sometimes it seems like the world of health and fitness can be incredibly confusing. There are so many mixed messages, workout programs, fad diets, fitness products and people trying to sell to you, that it can be very hard to know what’s right. Believe it or not, being healthy doesn’t have to be complicated.

If there was one thing you could work on that would give you positive benefits in almost every other area of your life through improved health, energy and mental clarity, would you want to do it? We bet you would. That thing is sleep. And we’re not just talking about getting more sleep, but getting better sleep.

It’s been found that more than 80 percent of people fail at their New Year’s resolutions by February, once the luster of resolution season wears off, and only about 8 percent of people stick with their resolutions throughout the full year. So maybe this year is the year to resolve NOT to make a resolution at all.

“It’s not just about weight loss,” says Stacy Adams, a Fitness Together studio owner and trainer. “You can truly see a change in someone when they improve their whole lifestyle.”

And that’s the kind of change that Fitness Together helps to facilitate at each of its studios, with comprehensive nutrition, wellness and even accountability programs.

“Without the full approach, you are doing a disservice to your clients,” she said. “If you just do the workouts, you don’t get results. At Fitness Together, we like to offer all the pieces of the puzzle and be a one-stop shop, so people don’t have to go to multiple places.”

In fact, it was the breadth of services and private-tailored approach that drew Adams to the Fitness Together company years ago. She joined Fitness Together as a manager of a studio and then jumped at the opportunity to open her own location in Central Georgetown a few years later, and she’s now been with the company for more than a decade.

It’s the age-old question: What do you buy for the health-focused person who has everything? This year make your friend extra excited when they open the package from you, by gifting them something useful that will also help them stay true to their fitness and wellness goals.

With holiday party season in full swing, you’re bound to be attending at least one potluck, where more than likel you'll need to bring a dish to share. And if you’re trying to stick to your health and wellness goals throughout this busy time of year, it’s up to you to make sure you always have something good to eat on hand at parties. That’s why we think it’s smart to bring a healthy side dish to any get-together, so you always have some feel-good options.

The “12 Days of Christmas” is one of the most popular songs you find yourself singing on repeat every December, and this year, you can take that jingle and turn it into something good for your health and fitness. We’re challenging you to follow this healthy habits to-do list with one new habit each day and beyond. Ready, set, go.

There’s a reason why you’ll often find that push-ups are part of a structured fitness plan, and that’s because the push-up is a purely bodyweight movement that is both functional and incredibly valuable for building your overall strength. There’s no equipment needed, and you can do push-ups just about anywhere.

’Tis the season to be thankful for all of your blessings. While we’re often good at thinking about all of the people, material things and achievements in our lives, we sometimes forget something so important … our body. Our bodies deserve some kinder treatment, and there’s no better time than now to show your body some love and appreciation. Here’s how …

Why is it that the most wonderful time of the year can also be the most stressful? The year-end projects at work, the planning of family get-togethers, the juggling of social calendars, gift shopping, decorating and so much more — there is a lot to handle during the last two months of the year. Rather than let it all come at you like a ton of bricks, why not get a jump start now on managing your stress? Here’s how …