Setting Goals

Set some Goals
by: Andrew nelson for www.getfitnyc.com
andy@getfitnyc.com

Setting goal is a good way to achieve success in anything and everything. Successful people very often attribute success to specific and documented goals. Be sure to set a goal that is achievable; like working out once this week, or doing 3 sets of push ups. Set attainable goals and be reasonable (and realistic). I want to win the lottery; however, that goal is completely out of my control (other than the act of buying the ticket and praying). My goal of writing on my blog 5 days a week is within my power.

Here are some simple steps to achieving attainable goals:

1. Write your goals down and set a timeline (with flexible deadlines).

2. Be accountable to yourself (and perhaps to another person). Adhere to the process toward realizing your goals.

3. Ask for outside help: A personal trainer, teacher, coach, mentor, boss, colleague, spiritual/religious leader, close friend, family member, spouse, medical provider, or therapist--can help you achieve your goals.

4. Ask for support from family and/or friends and be clear and specific about the kind of support you need. We all need a cheering section.