Turning your New Years "Resolution" into a "Decision"

Good day,

Today I want to talk about how our New Years health and fitness resolutions can be turned into New Years decisions for a healthier lifestyle.
We all do it. We make some kind of resolution at 11:59 on New Years Eve. Many times it is a resolution to get in shape and take control of our lives in the coming year. Some of us make these resolutions with no intention of following through on them and some of us really want to try to make a significant change in our lives. This blog is for those of you that are ready to step up and take action!
When we make these resolutions we usually look at the big picture but the trouble is taking these resolutions and turning them into decisions and actionable items.

Lets take a very common goal, losing weight and break it down into an actionable goal. 


Be specific in what your goal or resolution is. 

• Example: Lose 25 lbs

Establish a time frame to get this done. 

• Example 25 lbs loss over 3 months

Break down the time frame into manageable chunks. 

• Example: 2 lbs per week over 12 weeks = 24lbs

Establish a game plan to achieve the goal. 

• Example: Hire a trainer, join a gym, or talk to a nutritionist.

Keep a log book and write a small but concise paragraph on why you want this goal.

• Example: I want to lose weight so that I can be healthy and full of energy for my family. 

The plan, is the plan, is the plan... in your log book write out a workout/nutrition plan and stick to it. 

• Example: I will train 5 times per week. 2 times with weights and 3 time with cardio.

Set goal assessment plan.

• Example: Weigh in weekly every Friday and measure body bi-weekly.

Set action plan if goals are not being met.

• Example: add another day of cardio or cut out more junk food from my diet.

Finally.... and this is the biggest part of the whole process! MAKE THE DECISION TO START TODAY! Not tomorrow, not on Monday, Not Next week ... TODAY!

Remember anyone who is fit or in shape started in the exact same place you are. You are going to be nervous and apprehensive but to get around this think about what you will be like in 3 months, 1 year, and 5 years if you get on track. Now do the same visualization if you were to continue on your current path. Only you can take the steps necessary to make a change in your life.

Cheers,

Bouncelife