So as I sit here at 11:00 at night, the house quiet and the tv playing white noise in the background (Mash actually) I can reflect on what I would like to get done this week. Oh, there is SO much, can ya feel me? I am getting better though, at the follow through, isn’t that the hardest part? We can all set goals and state our intentions, but it’s the follow through where we usually falter and fail.
I have found a template that works well for me, in which I write at the beginning of each week what my priorities are and what my goals are for the coming week. It is working really well. I look at it every day and find what I’ve done and what I haven’t and it helps me to stay accountable and on track. I list my business and personal wellness goals and at the end of my week can look back and reflect on how well I did and maybe where I faltered a little and could use a little more work. If you’re doing this, be sure you’re not beating yourself up for the things you’re not getting done. That’s not the purpose of this exercise.
So, one of my fitness goals for this week is to add more push ups to my push up challenge. This is something I’ve decided to do this year to challenge and push myself. I’ll be 45 in October – my husband says I’ll be 46, but honestly I’ve lost track and stopped counting. I have until October to reach said goal. I have a recent shoulder injury that I don’t want to make worse, but I don’t intend to let it hold me back either, so I must take my time, listen to my body and go slow. I figure this will give me a good amount of time to do just that, and if I happen to get there before the actual date then even better!
I also have business goals and some personal goals that I’ve set. I am very blessed to have a wonderful support system set up for myself. I have recently started a mentor group. This is great group of women that will meet monthly here in my studio. We will support, encourage, inspire and push each other to grow. Accountibility is very important for me, and I find that I need to say things out loud to others to make sure I get moving and don’t just let it sit on the shelf in the back of my mind with ALL the other ideas I have and haven’t put into action.
So what goals have you set for yourself? How will you be accountable? Do you have a support system set up for yourself or will you go it alone? How will you feel to reach said goal and what tools do you need to get there? Ask yourself these questions and answer them honestly. Find what works for you and if you’re not sure what to do or how to get there, reach out to someone you trust for support and encouragement. I am always here to lend a hand. Let me know what your goals are and how you intend to get there. I’d love to hear from you and cheer you on.
Much Love,
Jennifer
Embrace Change Health Coaching 