How to Use the Monthly Fitness Calendar
Why use a monthly fitness planner?
Have you ever resolved to lose weight or exercise four times per week or run a faster 5k? Setting goals is incredibly exhilarating and motivating. I love setting goals! Sometimes the only way to know we are progressing towards our goals is to see our progress at-a-glance. That’s why I created the Monthly Fitness Calendars.
Here's how:
1. Set your goals.
- ♥ What are your goals for the month? Think realistic and achievable - you want to succeed!
- ♥ What is your motivation? An upcoming special event? Vacation? To improve your overall health?
- ♥ How will you reward yourself? This is the fun part! If you walk five times per week this month will you treat yourself to a massage? If you eat six servings of fruits and veggies each day will you purchase a new pair of running shorts? Celebrate your achievements.
2. Plan your workouts.
- ♥ Use the spaces on the calendar to plan your workouts in advance. Some people are fitness free spirits, but most of us benefit from a little structure. I like to know what my workout will be before I change into my exercise gear!
- ♥ Give yourself a gold star when the workout is completed. Use actual stickers or just draw a star or a smiley face. The point is to show mission accomplished.
- ♥ Jot down little notes. I like to note my energy level, rate my workout, and if I experience any unusual aches and pains.
3. Keep your calendar in plain sight!
I can't emphasize this enough - make sure you see your calendar every single day. Out of sight is literally out of mind. I cannot tell you how many times I have made grand resolutions, wrote a well-thought-out plan and then somehow forgot all about it. What?? If you are making the effort to set goals, please keep your goals and your motivation in front of you at all times. See 10 Creative Ways to Remember Your Goals for some ideas.
I hope this helps! Make sure to let me know how the monthly fitness calendar is working for you and if you’d like to see any changes!