Over the last number of days I've been looking at this whole endeavor and trying to figure out why I am doing this, where I want to be and where I see it leading me in the future-I guess one could call it 'setting goals'. I hate the idea of setting goals because I have two facets of my personality that tend to work against each other. One part of me is an over-achieving perfectionist while the other is a a lazy procrastinator. I always set overly loft, ambitious goals that no one would ever be able to reach and thus my procrastinator side says 'aw, no worries to do it tomorrow' so when the set backs happen my perfectionist side yells "EPIC FAIL". Having said that I realize that setting targets and benchmarks does make it easier for one to work toward the end result so here is what I've come up with:
1. I would like to work toward a 1 minute lap. Based on my result that would be a little over 50 second reduction. I realize that will not allow me to make AIC but seeing as I'm coming from a place of absolute sedentary behavior and ill health for the past 15 or so years I think it's realistic.
2. Participate in training or physical activity AT LEAST 4 days a week for a minimum of 1 hour
3. Ensure proper meal planning and avoid 'junk' through out the week.
4. I will keep a progress journal and post at least once per week on the blog.
My intention for this period it to not sweat the small stuff. Treat every gain as a victory no matter how small and every set back as a minor blip on the radar and no matter the outcome be pleased with all I accomplish.
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