Set your goals like this

Before you set goals, make sure you have self-assessed yourself. This will show you where you are lacking and how to improve yourself. Check XXX

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A broadly used method to set fitness goals is SMART. Your goals must have these 5 metrics

S-Specific

M-Measurable

A-Achievable

R-Relevant

T-Timely

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Be SPECIFIC about what you are trying to achieve

• Know what your goal is & know what you are looking to achieve

• “Going back to size M”, “Right height-weight ratio” or any other.

Goal is MEASURABLE

• Keep a quantitative target to track how you are progressing towards it

• Should do 20 pushups, Must be able to walk 1km without stopping.

Set ACHIEVABLE goal

• You need to self-assess yourself to understand what you are aiming for and to achieve.

• Reduce 3-4kgs in 60days, Do 3 pull-ups in a month

Goals must be RELEVANT to you

• Never set goals by looking at others. If the end line is what is relevant and right for you, go for it.

• If standing upside down does not help you with your goal, it is not relevant

Set TIMELY goals

• Setting up a timeline for your goals will help you to figure out your game plan.

• Complete a 5kms run in 30 minutes with three months of practice

List out all your goals (even if it is not realistic)

Add the timelines you are looking to achieve it. If the goal is too vague without a plan or end time, remove the goal for now. It is irrelevant right now. You can always come back to it later.

Split the goals into short and long terms. Limit the number of goals to 2-3 at a time. Too many will not work.

Jot down the goal on a piece of paper and stick it in any place you see often. Eg: fridge, cupboard, toilet etc.

Communicate your goals with your parents, partner, siblings, and friends so they can support you in all ways.