Our modern day lives are so busy with the constant bombardment of notifications, emails, deadlines, work schedules and life events. It is so easy to lose track of our health goals or just ‘put them on the back burner’ until everything calms down. I see it over and over.
Clients come back to the gym to train and they have had a month off and when I ask why the answer is often the same; I’ve been busy, work has overloaded me, etc. Another example is the ‘happy traveler’ who goes overseas and gains 6kg in 3 weeks, good work, now you have to work it off again.
Everyone experiences this ‘phase’ of lack of focus, or should I say, an inability to prioritize your physique goal. It happened to me recently when I was moving houses and changing my eating to Intermittent Fasting; I lost focus of my goal and put it on the backburner and lost a few kilos but corrected myself once I realized it was happening.
Transforming your physique is not an easy task, or else everyone would be in ideal shape.
After spending years helping others make transformations I have noticed the individuals who get the BEST results are always the ones who execute the best self-discipline and having a clearly defined goal.
Why do you NEED to be CLEAR about your physique goal?
When you clearly picture your goal it is easier to make everyday choices. For example; when you are out for lunch and your friends take you to a Thai restaurant, and while you sit there thinking about what to order you remember your clearly defined goal.
Reason 1:
It is easier to execute will-power on your food choice when you know why you are doing it (and the reason has to be worth executing the willpower). If you hardly remember your goal or it is not clearly defined with value to you, willpower will be limited.
That voice in the back of your head is why it is so important to set yourself a CLEARLY painted picture of what your physique goal is. Your job is give that voice strength by visualizing your goal and reminding yourself of why it is important
Reason 2:
Your brain is hardwired to “reward” you with good feelings when you move TOWARDS objectives and goals you see as valuable. Without a clearly set goal, you will not feel these positive emotions.
These positive emotions actually help us form good habits by repeating actions that move us towards our goals.
Reason 3:
Time waits for no man/woman. The clock is ticking, and to get the ball rolling you need to START. You wont get there by accident… but if you aim for the starts, you may just land on the moon!
Transformation is not a future event, it is a present day activity
How can I set myself a clear goal?
I started my journey using SMART goals for myself and my clients – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time Specific. This is a good method but it is also a good idea to have a clear mental picture of your goal physique and know how to get there!
However, in the last couple of years, after reading “think and grow rich“, I have begun using a NEW more powerful method of goal setting which involves a 6 step process.
This method is far superior to using a SMART goal, but they do share some similarities.
Why is the "think and grow rich" method superior?
You may need to read the book (which I highly recommend) to fully understand the value of the method. Simply put – it works!
Here is an example of what you can accomplish in just 6 months time if you stay focused on your goal:
Ready to set a goal?
The Think and Grow Rich Goal Setting WORKSHEET
I always have loved worksheets… so I turned the method into a short but simple worksheet that you can download below
This is GOLD! I hope you see the value of using such a powerful method to accomplishing your goals.
There is a reason why that book is one of the most successful success books ever written (potentially #1)
SUCCESS LEAVES CLUES
Download the 'think and grow rich' 6 step worksheet
This method helps you stay clear on the objective, what you need to do to get there. It also helps to print off the final page and reflect on it often!
Keep the goal in the back of your mind, dream big, and GRIND hard.
Stay Frosty,
Trainer Simon
Everything is very open with a very clear explanation of the challenges. It was really informative. Your website is very useful. Many thanks for sharing.
Thanks very nice blog!