Setting and keeping healthy goals

As we step into 2025, it’s time to reflect on what we want to achieve and set our sights on new goals.

Josh Tufte
Josh Tufte
6
 min read
January 1, 2025
As we step into 2025, it’s time to reflect on what we want to achieve and set our sights on new goals.

**Setting and Keeping Your New Year's Goals in 2025: A Guide for Edge Fitness LLC Members**

As we step into 2025, it’s time to reflect on what we want to achieve and set our sights on new goals. Whether you're aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or perfect your martial arts skills, achieving these aspirations requires more than just determination. At Edge Fitness LLC, we believe that the key to success lies in setting clear, tangible, and measurable goals. Let’s dive into how you can effectively set and keep your New Year’s resolutions this year.

### Step 1: Define Your Goals with Clear Terms of Success

The first step in goal-setting is to be specific about what you want to achieve. Vague goals like "get fit" or "lose weight" don’t provide a clear direction. Instead, consider setting measurable goals, such as "lose 10 pounds in three months" or “attend three fitness classes per week.” By defining your objectives in clear terms, you create a roadmap that outlines what success looks like for you.

Utilizing the SMART criteria—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—can help in crafting effective goals. For example, instead of simply saying, “I want to improve my martial arts skills,” you might say, “I want to learn and master two new martial arts techniques by the end of March.”

### Step 2: Set Smaller Waypoints Along the Journey

Big goals can often feel overwhelming, which is why breaking them down into smaller, manageable waypoints is essential. These smaller milestones serve as checkpoints on your journey to success, keeping you motivated and making your goals feel more attainable.

If your ultimate goal is to run a marathon in 2025, start by setting smaller goals like running 5 kilometers by the end of January, then 10 kilometers by the end of February. These incremental achievements not only provide a sense of accomplishment but also keep you engaged and focused along the way.

### Step 3: Build Accountability with Trusted Support

One of the most effective ways to stay on track with your goals is to create a support system around you. Sharing your goals with friends, family, or workout buddies can help foster accountability. Choose individuals that you trust and who are supportive of your journey; their encouragement can make a significant difference on tough days.

In the realms of fitness and martial arts, finding a partner to join you on your journey boosts both your chances of success. Engage in workouts together, share your progress, and encourage each other when motivation runs low. The camaraderie you’ll build will not only enhance your fitness experience but also create lasting friendships along the way.

### Conclusion: Take Action in 2025

As we embark on this new year, let’s commit to setting realistic and measurable goals while also embracing the power of community. Remember, every great achievement starts with a decision to try. By defining your goals with clarity, setting smaller waypoints, and enlisting the support of trusted friends, you’re setting yourself up for a successful year at Edge Fitness LLC.

Let’s make 2025 the year where our goals turn into achievements. Together, we can unleash our potential and embrace the journey ahead. Happy New Year and happy goal-setting!

Josh Tufte

Josh has over 25 years of martial arts experience as well as his CPT and SNS certifications for fitness training.