Why do you want to be healthy and fit?
Health and fitness are more than just trends or fleeting goals—they’re a lifestyle that enriches every aspect of our lives. When you take the time to reflect on why you want to be healthy and fit, you often discover that your reasons are as unique as you are. So, before lacing up your sneakers or packing a salad for lunch, it helps to pause and ask yourself: “Why do I want to be healthy and fit?”
I encourage you to take some time to explore your personal “why.” Understanding what truly matters to you, why you’re embarking on this journey, and what drives your mind and body to make healthier choices is essential. Your motivation might be as practical as keeping up with your kids or as profound as reclaiming control over your health. Whatever your reason, identifying it is the first step toward building a sustainable and fulfilling lifestyle.
Once you’ve discovered your “why”—your ultimate destination—you can begin mapping out the journey with clear, achievable goals. Reaching one destination doesn’t mean the journey ends; it simply paves the way for new milestones and growth. Setting realistic goals along the way helps keep you motivated and ensures that living a healthy life remains a continuous, fulfilling adventure.
When setting goals, one of the most effective strategies I’ve found is using the SMART goal framework. SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-bound. This method helps ensure your goals are clear, achievable, and fit into your daily life.
Your goals can be as simple or as detailed as you like. For example, let’s say you want to drink more water:
- Specific – Commit to increasing your daily water intake.
- Measurable – Determine the exact amount you want to drink each day and use a water bottle that holds that amount.
- Attainable – Carry a water bottle with you throughout the day to make it easier to stay on track.
- Realistic – Aiming to drink one gallon of water per day for a month is a safe and reasonable goal.
- Time-bound – Set a clear timeframe, such as drinking one gallon of water every day throughout March.
I love using the SMART goal approach because it helps ensure my goals are not only inspiring but also realistic and sustainable in my daily routine. It encourages you to think critically about whether your goals are practical and achievable—setting you up for long-term success. I use this SMART GOAL WORKBOOK that I found on Amazon to help keep me on track!
