Majority of us have (at least once) set up a nice New Years' resolution for ourselves. When I started thinking about the term "resolution," I felt as though it conjured up the idea of quitting something, doing something less, or doing something more. This year, instead of giving yourself a resolution, give yourself a "goal" or a "challenge." Doing something as simple as changing the word used to describe your effort may set you up for more success from the get go!
One of the more popular resolutions is to get in better physical shape. Some people are able to accomplish this, but the majority usually fizzle out come March. A big factor for this is the mindset. When you vaguely "resolve" to get in better shape, you are not reaching for something specific. Instead, "challenge" yourself to run a 5K in 2013. Or maybe you want to lose weight; put a number on it. Not that a specific number on the scale is important, but it gives you something to stay accountable for. Maybe in 2013 you will have a goal to learn how to play a specific sport, or start playing a sport you haven't in years. Or perhaps you will "challenge" yourself to decrease your body fat 'x' percent.
When you set a specific target to reach in this new year, you have something to continually remind yourself of achieving. When the year is half over and you find your motivation fading, remind yourself- only 5 more pounds to my goal weight. Only 1 more mile to 5k. Only 2 percent more body fat to go. You truly can achieve the physical goals you set for yourself this year. Your body can do it, just always remember that your mind is the driving force! I wish everyone a healthy, happy, and prosperous new year.
I hope you reach your destination, but your journey is what really counts! Until next time... L.D.
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