Planning for Success

Goal planning is essential to getting you where you want to go! Think of it as planning to go on a trip. Before you get in your car to set out on your destination, odds are you have already mapped out your route to your destination. Goal planning is essentially the same thing - mapping out where you want to go and how you expect to get there.

Setting deadlines is a great way to keep you on track. We all know the unexpected is bound to happen, so try to plan what you will do if suddenly you have to make a detour. Having a well thought out plan just takes the guess work out of making your goals obtainable.

Set your goals in small obtainable milestones. Try not to focus so much on the big picture as all the little steps that will get you there. If your big picture is losing 50 lbs, set your goal for 5 lbs. Once you have reached the smaller goal, reward yourself then re-evaluate your goals and plan for the next 5 lbs. You are more likely to stay motivated if you take it one step at a time, than to become overwhelmed by having to reach the Big Picture before you reward yourself.

When writing goals remember to "KISS" yourself! Keep it short and simple! Try not to focus on too many goals at one time. Start with a few goals that you can reach over the next few weeks (ie. lose 5 lbs, increase weight by 5 lbs, add 5 more reps, manage 5 unassisted pullups, etc.). As you reach each goal, make plans for the next ones.

Keep your goals where you can see them and visit them often. Post them to your refrigerator, your bathroom mirror, a bulletin board, a white erase board, your car dashboard, etc. Just anywhere you are likely to see them daily. Keeping focused on what you want to achieve will help you get there!

I am so ready for the Clean Eating Challenge to begin! Looking forward to saying "GOODBYE" to fat and "HELLO" to my skinny jeans! Don't forget to stop by the Cinderella Pact and check it out. Even if you decide not to participate in the challenge, I am sure you will find some very helpful tips on reaching your nutrition and fitness goals! If you don't already have a Team BeachBody membership, sign up for a FREE MEMBERSHIP and I can coach you for free. You can always email me with any questions at equildottsin@beachbodycoach.com . I hope you will come join us!

AIM HIGH! Anything is possible when you set your mind and heart to it!