Learning to set goals isn't easy though. I have found Chalene Johnson to be extremely influential in how I learned to set goals. Her book Push: 30 Days to Turbocharged Habits, a Bangin' Body, and the Life You Deserve is seriously awesome. She breaks down how to set goals and how to work towards those goals.
Here is another guide on how to set goals...
The only problem I have with the above model is the A. Don't make your goals smaller because of this. Make sure your goals are challenging enough to push you to change yourself.
Here is an example of my newest goal: I am going to compete in a figure competition in the bikini category by Summer 2014. (I would make it more specific but I haven't chosen which competition I want to compete in). This goal is extremely challenging for me. I will have to clean up my eating even more and push through harder workouts. This goal is going to push me to where I ultimately want to be. Tying it to the deadline of next summer makes it so I cannot procrastinate.
When should you set goals?
You should have weekly goals. Whether it's to eat clean for the entire week, get in all 6 workouts, lift heavier, have date night with your spouse, have a sit down conversation with your spouse about how your relationship went for the week, make X number of new contacts at work, make an extra payment on your car, etc. You can make a goal for any area of your life you are trying to improve.
You should also have monthly, yearly, and five year goals. Sit down and spend 5-10 minutes reviewing your goals every day. Keep them fresh in your mind. Share them with people! They will help you stay accountable.
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