3 resolutions to help you get fit in 2019!
Personal Trainer, Dan Wade shares advice for how to tackle your fitness goals in 2019.
You have to ask yourself, why do goals come to a slow stop? Could it be that the goals are too lofty? Or maybe too intimidating?
Whatever the reason, it's time to take a different approach to setting health and fitness goals this year. Low-key resolutions are perfect if you’re overwhelmed by a big commitment and don’t feel motivated to make a huge change ... But still want to make a resolution for 2019!
1. Try a new classes and activities
Have a gym membership but haven't been at all this year? We've all been there. The good news is that you recognise that this needs to change.
Most clients I work with are really hesitant to try new things and the gym can feel unapproachable to start. My suggestion would be to try new sporting activities and see what you like. Group classes gives you the support and confidence to test a few things. Boxing? Tai Chi? CrossFit? Dance Class? Yoga? You name it... Try it.
The key is to find your favourites, make it an appointment on your calendar, and tell yourself that it's non-negotiable.
2. Book an appointment with a Nutritionist
If you're struggling to find a routine that's working for you and creating good eating habits, I would strongly recommend speaking with a nutritionist. It's sometimes very hard to know what way works well with your body shape and goals. This can be easily mapped out and simple changes that's tailored for your body will be really helpful.
3. Make realistic and specific goals
“Get healthy” is just too vague – what does it mean? Where do we start? The second example, on the other hand is very specific, measurable, achievable (hopefully), relevant, and timely. That’s a good goal.
Make your goals SMART:
SMART goals are:
- Specific – The goal must be clearly defined or identified.
- Measurable – It’s best if the goal can be measured in a quantitative, unambiguous way.
- Achievable – Ambitious goals are good, but it needs to be within our reach (maybe with a bit of stretch).
- Relevant – The goal should apply to you, and your desires about what you wish to become or how you want to improve your situation. Therefore, you’ve got to set your own goals – nobody can do it for you.
- Timely – Having a timeline by which you will accomplish your goal (a deadline, if you will) is an important concept – it helps drive motivation and is critical to the planning step of the process.