97% of the population does not set goals for their weight loss. Many of us tend to say, or “I want to eat healthier” or “I want to fit in those jean in my closet”. Did you know on average 3% of people actually set goals? Did you know that of the 3% of those that set goals only 1% actually take action on those?
Why is that?
Here are 3 Top Reasons people fail to set and accomplish goals when it comes to their weight loss.
1. Fear of Failure. Many people are afraid that if they write down goals and don’t accomplish them then people will view them as failures, worse yet we will see ourselves as failures. We as a society are so worried about what other people think they we allow their opinions to determine our actions. On a personal level and internal level when we write down our goals we tend to reminisce about all of the times we failed or didn’t reach our goals so internally it’s safer for us to simply not write down our goals so we feel better. The best way to get through this is to write down realistic goals and focus only on what you want and not what has happened in the past.
2. Lack of Knowledge. Sometimes we simply have no idea how to write a weight loss goal and so we don’t. If we do write down goals, they tend me to vague and we are not sure what it is that we actually want or what is possible. Maybe we have no idea what to do once we do write down our goals. You are not sure what the best first step is. The best way to do this is to reach out to a professional, do some research online or check in with your friends and family. Ask for help.
3. Lack of Direction. Simply meaning, we have no idea what we want. When was the last time you sat down and asked yourself, what is it that I want? What do I want to feel like? What kind of energy do I want to have? How do you want to feel when you look in the mirror? What thoughts do you want to have when you step on the scale? Answer these questions honesty and use them to keep you motivated!
Here are a few tips on Goal Setting:
1. Set goals that inspires you and will keep you motivated.
2. Be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Timely)
3. Be honest with yourself (don’t make goals based on others expectations)
4. Take MASSIVE action
5. Reach out for help
Jennifer Sinclair
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My personal mission is to inspire others to take meaningful action towards their health while also empowering them through fitness training and movement. To educate on the true importance of staying healthy and how to live longer lives, not only for themselves but for those around them.
