Since I have started working toward my dream, to compete in a figure or physique show, I have realized I need to set small goals along the way. A year is a long time, but when you look back it really isn't long at all. When I first started on my fitness journey, the trainer I worked with instilled in me some ideas that have continued to stick with me. Jordan (my trainer) always said I should have a long term goals AND short term goals. That way I would always have something I am working toward, since the long term goals was always something that would take time. I sat down in the beginning of the month and tried to figure out what I could work toward the next few weeks. I decided that burning 3500 calories a week was it. I have had a heart rate monitor, Garmin Forerunner 110, since June of last year and wear it every time I go to the gym or do a workout. It was time to start using it for something different.
The Garmin Connect program is an awesome tool, but I was really using every feature it has to offer. There is a section under "Plan" that allows me to set goals for myself. I chose the calorie goal. The past three weeks have been HARD. As you can see, I didn't actually hit 100% until last week. Between work and life, it isn't easy to get to the gym and have enough time to work toward that goal. But I am making the necessary changes in my life so I CAN achieve my goals. I am not making excuses and if it looks like I am not going to hit goal that week, I will add a cardio session in to make sure I get there now.
I will be setting different goals each month, but as time goes on, the 3500 calorie a week goal will still be there. I want to be able to create new habits. Once this is easy for me, I will figure out what I should try to conquer next. Happy Monday!
"Don't dream it, be it."
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