One of my more advanced clients was talking with a noob last night after class and brought up an excellent point concerning goals. He said he looks at each class as an opportunity to improve upon the last class rather than looking at that far-off goal. He tries to do one more rep than the last time, or to go up in weight on one or more exercises. He doesn't sweat the long-term goal. 

Setting and reaching these little PRs each class is the best way to keep yourself motivated and on-track. Many people set grandiose expectations for themselves then, because those goals are so broad in scope or totally unrealistic, they take a few steps towards reaching that goal and then give up.

 It's ok to set a lofty goal for yourself, just make sure it is very defined, such as "I will lose 10lbs by Labor Day" and not "I want to get thin". Be specific, then create and follow the steps necessary to make it happen. Each day is step closer to realizing your goals if you make a plan and follow it.

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