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Exercise of the Month - December 2010:
Stay Conservative (initially) When Setting Goals

A common problem encountered by those who set exercise goals is setting goals that are too far out of reach.  That is, they forget that it’s OK to start conservative.  Too often, I’ve worked with clients who “look to the finish line,” rather than address approaches to attack the little hurdles along the way.  Some like to use the expression “baby steps,” and that’s really what I’m talking about here.  I’ll intentionally start slow with clients as it’s crucial for them to “taste success,” rather than experience failure early in the process.

With 2011 right around the corner, consider this notion of staying conservative with your goals- at least initially.  Write down and attempt to achieve what you know you can before you attempt to conquer what you think you can achieve.  Most importantly, make sure your goals are S.M.A.R.T. ones! (http://www.wickedlocal.com/watertown/news/opinions/x772298609/Connolly-August-is-the-time-for-fitness-goal-reassessment).

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