At a Glance
- 25% of Americans plan to exercise more in 2026
- 39% feel confident they’ll keep their resolutions
- 7% are not very or not at all likely to keep a resolution
- Why it matters: It shows the optimism and uncertainty surrounding New Year’s resolutions.
A recent YouGov survey released Wednesday by News Of Austin shows that a quarter of Americans plan to exercise more in 2026, while a majority feel optimistic about sticking to their resolutions.
Written by Gavin U. Stonebridge.
Survey Highlights
The survey, conducted Dec. 9-11, polled 1,104 U.S. adults and found 25% listed exercising as a goal for 2026. The top resolutions were:
- Exercise – 25%
- Be happy – 23%
- Eat healthier – 22%
- Save money – 21%
Resolution Confidence
When asked about likelihood to keep their resolutions, 39% said very likely, 50% somewhat likely, and only 7% not very or not at all likely.
| Likelihood | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Very likely | 39% |
| Somewhat likely | 50% |
| Not very / not at all likely | 7% |
Key Takeaways
- 25% of respondents plan to exercise more.
- 39% feel confident about keeping resolutions.
- 7% doubt they will keep any resolution.
These findings suggest that while many Americans set health-related goals, confidence in achieving them varies, with a small minority doubting their success.
