Whatever we do, goal setting helps us keep on track. Whether it’s a new diet or hydration plan, ambitions for work, or just things we want to accomplish in our personal lives, goal setting helps us get it done. Fitness is no exception – and setting the right goals for your fitness plan is the best way to ensure that you make progress, whether you’re a professional athlete or just someone who wants to live an active, healthy lifestyle. But setting goals can seem daunting if you don’t know where to begin.
Start now. Many people wait until the beginning of the year to set goals. Although New Year’s Eve is a good reminder to review your goals, it’s important to start now so you make the right choices about your workouts going forward.
Be clear about what you want. The first step in setting goals is to really think about what you want from your workout. This will be different for everyone. Some people are pro athletes who want to up their game. Others have their sights on performing well in a particular event, like a marathon. For beginners, just getting a workout done on a regular schedule is important. Clearly define what you want out of the fitness portion of your life and keep that in mind as you set goals.
Use SMART goals. SMART goals are often used for business, but they translate well to other parts of our lives, including fitness goals. SMART goals are:
Plan for small steps. It feels really good to achieve a goal. To stay motivated, you want to give yourself the chance to experience that feeling often. That’s why most goals should be about the small steps that it takes to accomplish your overarching goal, especially if it’s something that will take time. For example, winning a championship or turning pro are long-term goals, with lots of smaller SMART goals needed along the way to get there.
Address underlying issues that might hold you back. If you’ve had trouble sticking to goals in the past, it may be because they weren’t suited for you, or you were doing them for all the wrong reasons. For example, if you want to lose weight or get in shape just because of what others think about you, that will make it more difficult to achieve your goal. It has to be about you, and what you want in life. Set some small goals that mean something to you individually instead.
Tell someone. It’s easier to be held accountable if you’ve shared your goals with someone you trust. They can help you stay on track every day and keep you motivated when you just don’t feel like heading to the gym. The best way to make this work is by returning the favor and helping each other meet those goals.
Set some goals today so you can start making progress right away. And while you’re working out, don’t forget to stay hydrated. We made TotalFit Premium Water™ to be a part of your fit, healthy lifestyle. It’s electrolyte-enhanced, purified, pH balanced, and micro-clustered for optimal absorption. Get a case of TotalFit Premium Water™ today for superior hydration to enhance your workouts so you can meet your fitness goals. To find TotalFit, shop online or find a store near you today. For exciting promotions, fitness tips and more, text “totalfit” to 95577 and BE FIT today!