It’s been a week since people clinked their glasses and sang Auld Lang Syne when the clock struck midnight.
Millions of people across the UK set their sights on New Year’s resolutions – but how many people have already thrown in the towel?
According to a survey conducted by YouGov, more than a quarter of Britons planned to make New Year’s Resolutions for 2025. Just over half (52%) of 18-24 year olds were more likely to set annual goals for themselves, compared to only 16% of the over-55’s.
Yet one in five people admit to have already given up on their New Year’s resolutions – and are fed up of feeling like a failure when they can’t stick to the challenge.
Setting a goal is proven to offer a fresh start, but the older generation are turning their backs as they feel “too old” to be taking part in the tradition.
What are the top four New Year’s resolutions for 2025?Â
- Spend less money.
21% of Brits say they want to spend less money and develop a better financial relationship. Data from Clockwise Credit Union shows that one in six adults have no savings due to bills, having no disposable income, or not being able to cope financially.
2. Exercise and eat more healthily.
Gyms see their memberships sky-rocket in January, as people decide to finish the tin of celebrations and lift weights instead. PureGym revealed that its gyms were 40% busier in January (2024) compared to any other month.
3. Lose weight.
Losing weight is a popular New Year’s resolution. Eating greener foods, going running, or joining a gym is proved to be the hardest challenge. The NHS recommends that the best way to lose weight is make small changes such as going on a daily walk, eating 5-a-day, make alternatives for sugary foods, and surrounding yourself by people who support you.
4. Gain new skills.
7% of the British population say they want to gain new skills or learn a new hobby as their New Year resolution. In the UK, the most popular hobby is reading (42%) followed by cooking, baking, travelling and shopping.
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