Friday, 2 November 2012

I'm going to start in the new year with goals

For those of us who fully intend to shelve health and fitness resolutions until the New Year, Jon Stratford, the head Royal Marine PTI for Ultimate Boot Camp, has some advice:

 Woman doing yoga in the snow



Be realistic. "If you wake up on 1 January with a hangover and a strong urge for a double espresso and a bacon sandwich, is this really the day to begin the 'first day of the rest of your life?' Start on the 2nd, instead, and use the 1st to finish up the stilton and the Quality Street and to clear the cupboards of any other tempting food that is not in keeping with your new regime!"
Set goals. "Spend some time formulating and writing down your health and fitness goals, ensuring they are challenging but realistic. Be positive and confident about your ability to achieve them."
Be patient. Fitness and weight loss don't happen overnight. That's why it is important to have a time frame for your goal. Set mini goals to work towards along the way - these give you something more immediate to aim for, and help you build confidence and faith in yourself.
Keep track. Keep a food and/or exercise diary to monitor your progress and help motivate you to stay focused on your goals.
Is Christmas a great time to exercise, or is it the one time of the year when it's OK to stay on the sofa?

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