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It’s a New Year and now we all made those pesky resolutions that never stick. But what if there were a way to set your goals so that you almost can’t help but achieve them?

There is! For years, businesses in project management, personal trainers, and personal development experts alike have followed this simple mnemonic for setting and reaching goals. They are called SMART goals.

SPECIFIC – Clearly defined, what you would like to accomplish. MEASURABLE – Have an indicator of progress. Eg. weight, endurance, body fat, etc.ACTIONABLE – Clearly lay out how you will achieve goals. REALISTIC – Practical and achievable given your time, ability, and current situation. TIMED – Specify by when you will achieve your goals. Monthly is recommended.

We often set goals that are so unrealistic that we are setting ourselves up for failure. This simple method gives you a layout for effective goal setting that will help you be successful, and even if you aren’t you will be able remember why since there are progress indicators and short term time frames. So this year, make sure that your resolutions are SMART!

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RESOLUTION: Lose WeightSPECIFIC – Lose 5 kgs by watching what I eat and exercisingMEASURABLE – Weight in kilograms.ACTIONABLE – Replace 2 meals a day with NeoLifeShake and exercise at least 3 times a week.REALISTIC – I can do this because I want to be healthy and look good. Replacing 2 meals a day is doable and convenient. I can exercise before or after work for at least an hour. TIMED – Weight loss of 1 kg a week, with a goal of 5 or more kilograms lost in 5 weeks.

Here are some common New Year’s resolutions already made SMART for your convenience!

RESOLUTION: Get FitSPECIFIC – Increase my level of fitness by going to the gym every morning before work?MEASURABLE – I will know my level of fitness is increasing using body fat as a measure of success.ACTIONABLE – I will go to the gym at least 3 days a week, either before or after work. I will do cardio for at least 30 minutes followed by weight training.REALISTIC – I can do this because I can wake up an hour earlier or watch less TV and use that time to work out. I can also use NeoLife nutrition to help me reach this goal.TIMED – 1% decrease in body fat every month until desired level is reached.

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