Goal setting is one of the most significant and necessary acts that we perform each day to organize our lives as we move forward toward our dreams and passions. Goal setting helps us stay focused on what we strive to reach and want in our lives. It does not matter if you are young, old, thin, heavy, poor or rich…you will be get farther along the road of success if you start with goal setting.

2 types of goals:
Long-term goals are big goals, such as losing 20 lbs, becoming healthier, lowering your cholesterol
Short-term goals are smaller-drinking more water, reducing calories each week, walking 3 days this week

As you set the small goals in a fitness program, they will soon add up to success reaching your long term goals.

Some great Fitness Goals for Adults:
Lose weight
Build lean muscle
Decrease body fat percentage
Become more active
Build endurance
Learn how to cook healthfully
Lower bad cholesterol
Lower blood pressure
Lose inches
Tone your muscles

Some great Fitness Goals for Children:
Eat healthier snacks
Learn a new sport or activity
Watch less TV
Reduce time with video games
Increase time with fitness activities
Stay away from fast-food
Avoid high sugar foods and candy
Learn more about healthy foods
Drink more water less soda and sugary drinks

Strategies to meet your goals:
Designate a day with one hour set aside for your actual goal setting

Schedule the time of day when the activities will take place and what days of the week you will exercise. Put these in your phone, computer, calendar..Program them in.

Coordinate time schedules with family members so you can make sure you can perform your fitness activities

Organize a meal plan and specific nutritional requirements for your week. Decide on and stick to meal and snack times as well as the foods you set up to eat.