ResolActions!!

I'm a fan of NYE resolutions. I don't necessarily believe that they really motivate people, but I do think the process of evaluating/critically thinking about life is a good exercise for the brain and soul. If you decide you want to make a promise to yourself after that, all the better.

Millions of people will make a fitness-related resolution this year. Lose weight, drop a dress size, run a marathon, touch their toes, etc. Of course I support this too. I do, though, have some advice for those of you contemplating a fitness resolution - make it ACTION-based. A "resolAction" if you will.


You may be familiar with the SMART anagram when it comes to goals. I won't go through the whole thing with you (although you can check it out here) but I do want to draw your attention to the "A" in "SMART," which stands for "action-oriented." (You will also sometimes see the "A" used to define "Attainable").

Basically, the theory is that if you make your fitness-related goal based on action (work out for 30 minutes three times a week; run 4 times a week for an hour or more, etc.), rather than quantitative values (lose 30 lbs by March, shrink your waistline 3 inches), it is much easier to "succeed," which will keep you motivated, help you progressively increase intensity, and you will see the results you desire naturally.

Of course, it doesn't hurt to have the quantitative goal as more of a long-term objective, but when you're planning your New Year's resolution, think ACTION.

Do you have a New Year's resolution related to fitness? What is it? If you want a suggestion, let me know and I'll help you come up with something that fits you, motivates you, and will help you succeed!!