Goals

This week I started something new. I decided to incorporate a new goal each week. This week's goal is to do 45 minutes of cardio each day and 30 minutes of toning each day. This is a SMART goal. For those of you who do not know this acronym, it stands for: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Time.

When choosing a goal, make sure it is SMART. I made my goal specific by saying exactly what I'll do for how long, measurable by using the amount of minutes, attainable because I know it is something that my body can already accomplish, realistic because I do have enough time in my day for 1.5 hours of exercise (split up), and timely because of the amount of minutes I'll do each for.

I wouldn't have used the SMART method if I had said I'd do some exercises each week. This doesn't set any standards as to how often, how long, etc. SMART goals are proven to keep you accountable!

Make a SMART goal for yourself next week or use mine. I will pick a new goal each week and post via facebook status and I'll try to remember to post it on here, too!

What are some of your goals you'd like to incorporate into your lifestyle but maybe are unsure how? Let us help!

Next week I'll start a goal to not eat past 7:00pm instead of 9:00pm on our calendar. This will help me with not snacking/binge eating at night! :)

Today I welcomed 2 new members to our challenge! They both are so determined (who cares if they missed a little over a week?!) They still have tons of time to catch up! Give them a pat on the back and a huge welcome! I'll fill you in on them in my next email!

Lots of Love..