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I'm not big on New Year's Resolutions.  Mostly because I never, ever keep them.  This year I've decided to have goals.  And to help me out with this, I've joined a challenge over at Ben Does Life.  It's 12 weeks long and I'm a little scared.

The first week's challenge is this:

~ Write down five quantifiable goals for yourself. (This includes knowing where you're starting)
~ on Monday, do as many push ups as you can.
~ Beginners 120 minutes of exercise this week. Intermediate/Advanced add 30 minutes to your current weekly total.
~ Identify your biggest excuse and write it down.  Then write down ways to eliminate the excuse.
~ Each night before bed, write down four things you did well that day.

WHEW!! When I first read it, I thought "No big deal, I've got this".  Then I started thinking about it.  Five Quantifiable goals? Yikes!! Four things I did WELL?  Ah gee. 

I guess that's what makes it a challenge!!

Happy New Year!

Trish

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  1. I saw this challenge but only at the last minute. Didn't sign up but I think it is a great idea!

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  2. That sounds like a great challenge! And, I like how it's all about evaluating what's going on in your life instead of making "resolutions"! Good luck!!

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  3. Hi there, I've just noticed that you are one of my followers but I've never visited you! I'm glad I did ... I am 46 years old and have always dreamed of being able to run (okay, I'll accept a slow jog). I'll now follow along on your journey and hopefully garner some inspiration! Good luck!

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