Looking at goals in a different way.
My goal this week is to read 30 pages of my non fiction book.
(I can crush one fiction book a week or so- I read before bed nightly- but non fiction makes my brain work too hard at that hour).
Do I want to read the whole book?
Of course.
But I know that setting smaller, attainable goals- in an attempt to reach a bigger one- will not only give me confidence that I can do it, but will physically takes me one step closer.
See how that works?
There are usually a TON of other goals we could set that would make the big one a reality, but we get so focused on the end result, that the little steps get lost- and the dream becomes something that’s unattainable, that feels too out of reach.
Leaving us frustrated and disappointed.
I see this a TON in movement.
People come in with big goals of being able to do THE THING, only to get frustrated when they struggle.
They don’t focus on the things to do before THE THING.
The movements that CAN be achieved right now, that they can own and be proud of accomplishing, that will lead to greater confidence and actually being able to do THE THING.
It’s hard to stick to a goal when you’re constantly being reminded of how hard it is.
But if you can focus on the things that you CAN do, it’ll make that bigger goal seem less like a dream and more like a reality.
Author
Gretchen
Coach
Growing up I was a half-hearted athlete who struggled with my relationship with both food and exercise. I smoked for over a decade and spent much of my youth either binging or not eating at all. But after breaking my leg in a car accident, months of physical rehab and years of psychological counseling lead me to a renewed appreciation for my health and my ability to just move-something I'll never take for granted again. I overcame a lot and have spent much of my life sharing what I've learned. I became a NASM personal trainer over 16 years ago. The type of clients I've trained and my own personal interests lead me to attain many other certifications. These include Sports Specific and Orthopedic exercise specializations, Pre and Post Natal exercise, MMA conditioning, and ACE Mind Body Specializations. I've taken 2 TRX qualifying courses in general and functional fitness. I am Kettlebell certified through both NETA and Kettlebell Kings, also completing an independent study facilitated by Steve Cotter, founder of the International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation. I am also a certified Animal Flow Instructor. In the fall of 2021, I became a Certified Intuitive Eating Facilitator, as IE was integral to my own ability to divest from diet culture. I think this was the missing piece to be able to put together a holistic, meaningful training program for all my clients.
