SMART Goals - Part 4

(This is Part 4 of a 5 part post on setting goals.)  Click here for Part 3.
 
When it comes to health, setting goals is very important.  However, it is easy to make goals and then slowly (or even quickly sometimes) watch them fizzle out.  Let's talk about how we can make more effective goals!

SMART

S- Specific
M- Measureable
A- Attainable
R- Realistic
T- Time-Oriented

Realistic:  You may wonder, "what is the difference between attainable and realistic?"  Realistic goals are ones where you are both willing and able to work toward.  Let me use an example my husband shared that explains it well.  He said, "I could run a marathon if I wanted to, but I don't want to."  Therefore, he might be able to do it, but he is not willing to do it.

Again, in order to be realistic, you must be honest with yourself.  But be sure not to put yourself down, stretch yourself!  You can likely accomplish more than you might think.  Remember, make sure your goals are both attainable and realistic!