Archive for May, 2009

I believe until a goal is spoken out loud, written down or printed off where you can read and review it is merely a wish, a want, a hope – not a goal.

There is something very powerful almost magical about a written statement…writing is an important step in believing!

So, how about some goals… I’ll get to those in just a moment…First of all I’ll start by saying I’m not happy with current fitness level…actually I’m a bit disappointed with myself…I haven’t been very consistent with my workouts or in the gym as often as I’d like over the last few months. Why? Well I’m not going to make excuses…that’s not me.

I’ll just say that I’m not happy with how I look and feel and it’s time to kick it in gear and get this party started! Speaking of parties, my birthday is exactly two months away from today….the countdown is on. Here are my goals for the next two months…Goal date July 8th!

1. Row 2000m in under 7:20min
2. 95lb overhead squat for 25 reps
3. 100 burpies in under 7:30min
4. 54inch box jump.

And the big one…the # 1 fitness goal I am setting for July 8th is… Loose the love handles! I’m not looking to get cut like I have in the past for my competitions, but I want to get my abs back, and loose 10lb of body fat. I just hopped on the scale that second, 190lb. So the plan is to hit the weights hard over the next couple months, build back some muscles with a target weight of between 180-185lb.

Now I’m going to take this a step further…

On July 8th I promise to post a picture right here on my blog…only one rule “No Shirt Allowed!”

Whoa!…Why did I just go and say that?!

Now the pressure is on…I pulled a bit of a psychological trick on myself there.

There is a reason why different weight reduction clinics require their clients to write down their weight loss goals, and show that goal to other people. Often times a private decision to loose weight isn’t strong enough to withstand temptation.

It doesn’t matter what the goal is, whether it’s to loose 10lb or even quite smoking, say it out loud! Tell someone you respect.

There are many important reasons to set health and fitness goals…All I’m talking about here is a way you can employ a public promise and visible commitment as an ally. That accountability, staying true to your word and pride might be all it takes to help you achieve your goal. In the end, I’ll take that!

If anyone else would like to post up their own health and fitness goals here feel free to do so!

To your health and happiness!

Andy