Stay focused on those new year goals

2023 may have started with a bang, but how are those new year fitness goals going?

As life starts to get back to normal, you’re going to need some extra motivation tips and tricks. February might not be such plain sailing, unless you put plans in place now to keep your fitness motivation fired up.

Routine,

What you should be focusing on are the decisions you make that become your daily routine. In time, these things will become habits…but they have to become routine first.

So set your exercise plan out for the week and book your classes ahead on the Glofox app, you can then add these bookings to your phone calendar, this helps you stay focused and develop a good exercise routine. If you want, you can request the class trainer to contact you if you are a no show to their class which will help with accountability 😊

The power of partnership

Want to know the key difference between people who stick with their fitness habits and those who fall off the wagon? It’s accountability. This doesn’t have to be hard work. It could be one good friend who’s an enthusiastic part of your journey. Think of a friend who would like to work out with you. Then ask them if they will help hold you accountable to all your other sessions, too.

Enjoy the journey

It’s easy to get caught up in dreaming about your ultimate fitness goal. But research tells us we have a higher chance of success if we focus on every step along the way. This is called growth focus (instead of goal focus).

Experts say that by focusing on the process, not only are you less likely to give up but you will appreciate the learning new of things along the way. One paper, published in 2019, even says that viewing your goal as a journey means you’ll be more likely to continue the positive behaviours you have built.

Reward yourself sooner

It’s also important to recognise and reward your progress along the way. Our brains thrive off dopamine, the reward neurotransmitter that strengthens the brain’s learning centre. Even the world’s top elite athletes don’t wait until competition day to celebrate their successes. Take their lead and start rewarding yourself for mini goals or small changes as you work towards your big dream.

How should you do this? It really depends on what counts as a reward. For some people, positive self-talk is enough. Others might need an experience-style reward like a cinema trip or day out. If you love to reward yourself with new things, make it count by buying something that will support your fitness goals.

So there you have our 4 main tips to help you stay committed to your health and fitness goals. Always remember if you feel you need a little more support talk to us and we can help with some extra motivation to keep you on track to being the best version of you in 2023