Health Goals for 2026: Six Questions to Create Lasting Wellness

 Set meaningful health goals for 2026 with these six powerful questions designed to help midlife women create sustainable lifestyle and wellness changes.

The start of a new year often comes with pressure to set big goals or dramatic resolutions. But after years of working with midlife women, I’ve found that real change doesn’t come from doing more — it comes from getting clearer. Clear about who you want to be, how you want to feel, and what truly supports your health and well-being.

As we step into 2026, I invite you to reflect on these six simple but powerful questions. These questions help you create sustainable lifestyle changes instead of short-term resolutions. You don’t need perfect answers. You just need honest ones.

Identity Questions

1. Who do I want to be this year?

This question shifts the focus from outcomes to identity. Instead of setting a goal like “lose weight,” you might choose to be someone who honors her body or prioritizes her long-term health. Identity-based goals support sustainable health habits because your actions naturally follow.

2. What do I want to have this year?

This isn’t just about material things. You might want to have more energy, improved lab markers, better sleep, stronger relationships, or a calmer nervous system. Getting specific helps align your daily choices with your wellness goals.

3. How do I want to feel this year?

Many women I work with want to feel steady, confident, rested, and comfortable in their bodies. When you clarify how you want to feel, it becomes easier to recognize which habits support your mental, emotional, and physical health.

Action Questions

4. What do I want to start this year?

This could be as simple as a 10-minute walk after dinner, strength training twice a week, or creating a consistent bedtime routine. These small, realistic steps lead to healthy lifestyle changes that last.

5. What do I want to stop this year?

Stopping can be just as powerful as starting. This may include stopping restrictive dieting, late-night scrolling, emotional eating, or ignoring early signs of burnout — all common barriers to midlife health.

6. What do I want to keep this year?

Not everything needs fixing. You may want to keep your morning protein habit, weekly yoga or movement practice, time outdoors, or supportive relationships. Recognizing what’s already working strengthens resilience and overall wellness.

As you move through 2026, return to these six questions often. They are designed to guide your health goals for 2026, not judge them. Remember that  lasting wellness is built through clarity, compassion, and small, consistent steps.

Ready to Go Deeper?

If you’re ready to turn clarity into action, I invite you to join my email community. You’ll receive simple tools, encouragement, and practical guidance to help you create sustainable lifestyle changes — without overwhelm.

👉 Download my free Grounded & Glowing Guide!

This gentle starting point helps you assess sleep, nutrition, movement, stress, and support so you can move forward with confidence.

Consistency beats perfection — and you don’t have to do this alone.