A new year means NEW OPPORTUNITIES! NEW ACHIEVEMENTS! NEW MEMORIES!
So when it comes to making those New Years Resolutions I stick to goals that are very realistic. Many people dread, or don't even bother making new resolutions because they always fail at achieving their goals. But why do you think that can possibly be the true reason for not hitting the goal? Sometimes its just the way their goals are written down. They're very board and not very realistic and detailed.
1. Lose Weight
2. Exercise More
3. Eat Better
4. Travel.
These examples of goals are great, but they are very board that they have no road map to help you achieve these goals. When you go on a road trip or a new location you never been to, you want every single detail, every twist and turn just to make your trip is easier, less work, and less frustration. Here's an example of how to set up this road map to achieving your goals.
1. Lose 8 lbs by Feb 1, 2016.
a. 2 lbs drop per week.
Notice that I have set a specific number as to how much I want to lose and the exact date I want to achieve this goal; and I've also extended my list by adding a tip or reminder of how much that is per week to make it much achievable. When it comes to weight loss, aim for 1-2 lbs drop per week. Be realistic! If you expect to lose 10 lbs without proper nutrition, fitness, and professional help it will seem much harder to accomplish that it will effect your motivation to continue.
2. Exercise 3 Times per Week for 30 minutes minimum per workout session at a High Intensity Level.
a. Focus T25
b. Weight Lifting
c. Run/Jog/Power Walk
d. Hiking
e. Swimming
f. Fit Club
Notice I added different workouts I can choose from. I'm not limiting myself to just the gym. Making sure you add different workouts to your program will help you strengthen all your muscles, not overuse, and keep boredom at bay. I've also included at what intense level it has to be at, how long the session will run for minimally, and how many times a week I'll be performing the activity for.
3. Eat 5 servings of vegetables and 3 servings of fruit per day.
Depending on your own eating habits, you might notice you lack a certain vitamin, mineral, or want to eat less fatty food into your system. Be specific as to what you want to add or what your trying to fix specifially within this area. Some great examples would be Eat Fast Food 1 time per week. Or Cook at Home 5 Days a week. Another great example is to Meal Prep for the week.
4.Travel
Where specifically do you want to travel too? Did you do your research as to how much its going to cost you for Hotel, Car, Plane Tickets, Food, and Entertainment? Many fail to plan and research. Others lack saving their money to achieve these goals. Its very possible to travel the world, you just need to pin point where you want to go and how much you need. Then once you get a number, set a date when you want to go. Save money from your paychecks, and learn to budget your funds.
Yes this will require you to sit down and think. But doing this will help you achieve your goals, and make this a great year instead just another year of not accomplishing your resolutions.
From my experience you will encounter a lot of road blocks, but each road block is meant to make you stronger, become wiser, and a problem solver. Only 5% manage to achieve their goals and become successful. It takes a lot of effort and hard work, but as long as you never quit, and keep pushing you'll be glad you kept your goals!
Did any of my tips help you out? If so, please comment below, I'd love to hear what you have to say!
What are your New Years Resolutions?
HAPPY NEW YEARS EVE! STAY SAFE, HAVE FUN, AND CHEERS!
