Okay…we’re almost in March of 2024 and this may be a tough pill to swallow but simply setting a goal is not enough and you may even be setting yourself up to “fail”. (“Fail” is in quotes because I think failure is complex and should not always be seen as a negative thing - but for the sake of universal understanding, that’s the word we’re sticking with right now). It’s natural to start losing some motivation right around now…it’s still cold, the high energy of the new year is fading, and maybe you're falling back into an old routine or patterns. It’s okay, you’re human!

The good thing is, THIS is the time when building new habits and behaviors matters the most. Take some time to check in. What’s been working well? What’s been challenging? Where do you want to go from here?

According to the Goal-Setting Theory by Edwin Locke, setting goals should be both specific and challenging.

Let’s take some time to walk through one way you can structure your goal(s) so that they are intentional AND sustainable as you work toward them. I encourage you to grab a pen & paper and follow along, answering these questions as we go!

First, what is your goal? What is it that you’d like to achieve? Get specific!

Second, why do you want to achieve this goal? Why is this important to you? This is a great place to also consider where you’re values come into play. What values do you hold and does your goal live in tune with your values?

Third, what’s your motivation for reaching this goal? Your values overlap here, as well. Does your motivation come from an external source (like a doctor’s recommendation, a challenge, a loved one, etc.), or is internal (striving for optimal health, happiness, confidence, etc.)

Fourth, what is your start date? Your end date?

Fifth, how can you reward yourself once you reach your goal?

Sixth, list out any obstacles you can imagine that you may have to overcome.

Seventh, write out any resources and other forms of support that will help you along the way.

Eighth, write out your steps along the way. What are some milestones and larger action steps you will take to reach your goal? What are some small action steps you will take between those larger steps?

Last, but not least, write out some words of motivation that you can post somewhere you will see often. I love using sticky notes and putting them on my bathroom mirror or office desk! Use this along the way to repeat to yourself like a mantra to encourage your forward movement.

Move With Me!

Gentle Yoga 

A slow and intentional movement practice where we are gentle with our minds and bodies. Class is toward the ground for the majority of the time, except for a few standing balancing poses. Emphasis is on the breath through this practice as a tool to bring us into the present moment, mind & body. Props are provided.

When? Fridays from 9:15 am - 10:15 am / Where? Celadon Club on Lady’s Island, SC / How to sign up? call (843) 379-1088 or sign up through the Celadon Club app

Fire & Flow (St. Patty’s Edition)

Join me and Personal Trainer, Ben Konchar from Konscious Fitness, for a unique movement class. Ignite your fire with weighted strength training and expand into stretch and balance with yoga flow. All movement levels are welcome and modifications can be offered. We are excited to have local Wellhouse Juice with us this class with a nourishing green juice to end your class with. Talk about getting lucky!

When? Sunday, March 17th from 2-3:30 pm / Where? Celadon Club on Lady’s Island, SC / How to sign up? call (843) 379-1088

Online Yoga Challenge 

This will be a 2-week long yoga challenge on the MasterHealth app. Through the challenge, I will be sharing a breakdown of poses and sequences for you, along with breathwork and a look into yoga history & philosophy. Details will be coming soon, stay up to date via Instagram…