Setting and Acheiving Your Fitness Goals

As the New Year approaches, many people begin to create "resolutions" on things we want to do or improve in our lives as the new year arrives.  Although we have a couple of months, 60 days to be exact, to think about these resolutions it can be difficult to plan for what we really CAN accomplish. 


Here are 10 tips to stay motivated in achieving your fitness goals:

• Set Goals - start with simple goals and work up to long range goals
• Start Slowly - if you start too fast or hard, you are at risk for injury
• Think Variety - your body gets used to repetition, change things up often
• Have Fun - exercise doesn't have to be drudgery, find something you enjoy
• Daily Routine - schedule workouts, be creative, be active all the time
• Put it On Paper - stay motivated by seeing your results in writing
• Seek Support - you're not in this alone, find a workout buddy or class
• Track your Progress - keep a log to show progress & improvements needed
• Reward Yourself - internal and external rewards keep you motivated
• Be Flexible - if you need a break, take one. But get right back on track!

SMART Goals

Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Timely


Here's an example sheet to help keep up with your Goals weekly and also to encourage rewarding or not if those goals are met! Click here for the worksheet! Make sure you make copies and share with friends or family!


Never act until you have clearly answered the question: "What happens if I do nothing?" ~ Robert Brault