Whenever I think of losing a few pounds, or starting an exercise routine, I start for a day or two, then quickly fall off. This is the same pattern I have with other things I want to accomplish. I get excited when I first get started, but I have trouble with follow through and keeping with the program. How can I set goals and, more importantly, stay on track? First, approach setting up your goals with only the most important and well thought out items on your gotta-make-it-happen list. If the thought of losing a few pounds, or getting into the routine of exercising regularly, has been irritating you for months, now is the time to get serious about setting up a program for success. NOW is the time to tackle that BIG goal that has been haunting you. Take it seriously and get it off of your to-do list! You’ve wasted enough time fretting over getting it done…NOW is the time to get started…NOW is the time to resolve to see it through! Since I know you’re excited to get started…I’m giving you my cut-to-the-chase 15 point list that will help you achieve your goals!
- Approach setting your goals after serious thought and consideration
- Research, investigate and learn ways to improve your chances for success
- Break down the big goals in to smaller ones
- Make the smaller goals very precise and specific
- Keep the goals something that is reasonable to attain
- Set up deadlines for reaching your goals
- Build in accountability by telling others or getting an accountability partner
- Invest money in making your goal a reality—hire a personal trainer, financial consultant, or Life Coach
- Invest emotionally by building up your support systems and decreasing stress
- Pay attention to good health habits with eating, sleeping and exercise
- Track your progress
- Expect to get off course and make a plan for getting back on
- If you fall off course, don’t dwell on feelings of failure or negativity
- Use positive affirmations and positive self talk to keep you motivated
- Reward yourself when you stick to your goals!

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