Being new year, typically, people make a hatful of resolutions intending to make a new start for the year ahead and wash away the last. This is often a great thing and allows people to put some new and fresh focus into their lives, however, often in my experience, resolutions are filled with negative statements that include the very thing that people are looking not to do. For example - I'm not eating chocolate! This just puts the undesired activity into the forefront of the mind which isn't such a great idea as the unconscious mind doesn't process negatives. I remember as a child living near to garages that had 'No Ball Games' signs pinned up everywhere. What do you think all the children did? ...precisely what the sign didn't advise.
Here's some simple questions that can help you make sure that your fitness resolutions are strong, well geared and easy to follow. It's best to do this when on your own and with little distractions:
- Name an activity that you've either always wanted to do but have never done or you used to enjoy when you were younger and you haven't done in a while?
- What would make doing this activity even more enjoyable?
- Be brave and put a date to this activity. Month is fine but it's much better to specify the date
- If you could select the most ideal physical condition to enjoy this activity, what would it be? (the greater detail the better)
The answers to the above questions will have given you an incredible and powerful resolution that is completely goal specific. Just put them together now and break down some simple steps to help you on your way.
By committing this to loved ones who you trust, you'll enjoy the support of those around you as well making you more committed to achieving.
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