Get Your Goals!

 

Well, when it comes to goals, we have two options….we can sit and wait for things to magically happen, chances are they won’t, or you can make them happen. This week I want to share with you some of the things that have worked for me when it comes to goal-setting. I define goal setting as the steps you take to reach your goals. There is a big difference between wishing you had something, and working toward something…goal-setting is the latter.

First things first: Write it down.

If you are trying to reach a goal whether it is weight loss, more muscle definition or simply getting stronger, I highly recommend a fitness log. I have been using them for years. It helps tremendously to track your progress and it also keeps you honest. It is really easy to say you are eating healthy, but when you are writing it down, you are holding yourself accountable for what goes into your body and you are keeping yourself honest. It is really easy to forget that bar of chocolate and ice cream, but somehow we always remember the veggies and salad…I can not say it enough…write it down! Here is what I use:

I like The Fitbook because it has plenty of room for your strength training and room for cardio…. The other side of the page allows you to track your meals for the day.

it’s small enough to carry in your purse or gym bag and it even has a sleeve in the back for before and after pictures. 

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Speaking of before and after pictures, what better way to stay motivated. I suggest snapping one every 4 weeks. There will be a noticeable difference in that amount of time if you are sticking to the plan.

Something else I like to do, is print out a blank monthly calendar and post it. I post mine in the garage, because that it where I do my cardio. After each cardio workout, I write down the amount of miles I ran in the corresponding date. I usually add comments like tough or easy just to gauge my workouts at the end of the week. Then, every Sunday I add up my miles for the week. It really makes you feel good to see that you have accomplished what you set out to do. 

 

Here’s an example of my June Cardio Calendar: Try it, it works!!

 

My final tip for the week is Keep at it!

We all stumble, it’s ok, it’s part of being human. You will get there. Slow and steady…Remember, healthy living is a lot more like a marathon, and a lot less like a sprint. You have to pace yourself, because you have miles and miles to go!

Oh and one more thing…don’t forget to get the family involved. it’s much easier to stay motivated, when everyone is on board….Have a Healthy week!