"I've reached my goals, what next?"
July 24, 2016So many people embark on a fitness journey in order to reach a certain goal...
"I want to lose a stone"
"I want to run a mile"
"I want to tone up" ...
but suddenly, when they reach those goals or get closer to reaching those goals they hit a bit of an exercise slump, where they are unsure of where to go from there. Honestly, I think it's so important for you to sit back and pat yourself on the back for achieving so much, and then ask yourself, what is next?
In order for us to continue to develop as humans, we must set ourselves attainable goals, in order for us to continue to achieve and change.
As fitness instructors we usually use the SMART goal approach, this ensures you've almost mapped out what it is you want to do and HOW you are going to do it. It is a brilliant way to look at what, when and how you are going to reach your goal.
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Changing your eating habits slightly, adding a bit more resistance and speed to your workout and setting yourself some SMART goals can ensure that you continue on the path to developing. Rushing into an unrealistic goals is dangerous, as you are more likely to make big and quick changes (meaning it's harder for you to continue to change in the future, leading to you hitting a plateau...which in the long term can backfire), however it is also dangerous to your confidence as you will feel disappointed/disheartened if you don't attain those goals, thus setting smaller and achievable goals will not only benefit you in the long term, but will also boost confidence as you achieve them. Does that make sense?
Constantly setting yourself new goals to achieve IS A GREAT THING. Even if your initial goal was to improve your body strength, your next goal could be to run 5 miles. Many people think that once they've reached their goals they can return to old habits, unfortunately this isn't the case, you'll just be going around in a circle. You must also ensure that when you reach your goals that you continue to make small and realistic changes to avoid hitting a plateau. Keep pushing yourselves, but be kind to yourselves!!
Any questions? Please comment or TWEET ME @haiaeve
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