Not-So-New-Year's Resolutions

Goal. Ambition. Mission. Intention. Objective. However you want to refer to it; it’s time to formalize it. I know we’ve all heard this sentiment before:

A goal is nothing but a wish until we write it down and create a plan of action.

Many of you expressed that, while you probably would like to set your own main goal, a few suggested sub-goals would also be appreciated. This this year, it’s all about choices. In order to participate in the 2012 Golden Sneaker Challenge, you must:

 

Choose at least 1 of the following:

1. Create your own health-related goal.

2. Create a “healthy bucket list,” which includes 3 (no more, no less) things you plan on accomplishing this year that will help you make it healthier.

3. Choose at least 2 goals from the provided list to work on this year. (Will be included in tomorrow’s blog post).

I, personally, plan on doing all 3. Because I am just that unstoppable. I will include my goals because all participants must do so and this will also give you an example to follow, if needed:

1. (My main goal just happens to be weight-loss-oriented this year) Lose and maintain 10 pounds - or 2 clothing sizes – whichever makes me feel my best.
2. A. Learn to play chess (mental health, yo.) B. Try at least 3 new types of workouts/exercises this year. (I already know I want to try spinning, paddleboarding and TRX training… maybe more!) C. Read the Book of Mormon by June (good way to improve spiritual health while answering a challenge from our Stake President).
3. A. Exercise at least 12 times each month (Of course I plan on more, but this is the absolute, bare-bones minimum that I will MAKE SURE I do each month!) B. Stop eating after 9 p.m.

Next blog post, TOMORROW (so check back), will be a list of suggested goals for those of you who select #3. So get going, start thinking of your plan of attack. I will be nagging you to submit something by the last day of February. Hey, you even get an extra day this year!