By: Kory Buchberger, BS, CPT
Specific– Goals should be straightforward and emphasize what you want to happen. Instead of setting a goal to lose weight or be healthier, set a specific goal to lose 2cm off your waistline or to walk 5 miles at an aerobically challenging pace.
Measurable– If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it! Instead of saying I will walk more, say I will walk for 30 minutes every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Attainable– Goals you set which are too far out of your reach, you probably won’t commit to doing. A goal needs to stretch you slightly so you feel you can do it and it will need a real commitment from you. For example, to lose 15 pounds a week is not feasible, so aim to do 1-2 pounds per week. The feeling of success which this brings helps you to remain motivated.
Realistic– This is not a synonym for “easy.” Realistic, in this case, means “do-able.” A goal of never again eating sweets, cakes, crisps and chocolate may not be realistic for someone who really enjoys these foods. For instance, it may be more realistic to set a goal of eating a piece of fruit each day instead of one sweet item.
Time-Oriented– Set a time frame for the goal. If you don’t set a time, the commitment is too vague. It tends not to happen because you feel you can start at any time. Without a time limit, there’s no urgency to start taking action now.
https://www.goal-setting-guide.com/goal-setting-tutorials/smart-goal-setting
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