The initial shimmer of New Years has worn off and all those bright resolutions may not seem as shiny anymore. Late January is dull, cold and when resolutions get hard. I know firsthand it can be challenging to keep the New Year’s resolution momentum going.
My resolutions this year are lofty and all over the place. I am already chipping away at my blog and fitness resolutions. I’ve even been working out my arms several days a week, which is always my most challenging area. I’ve delayed starting the house goals until February when the hubs gets really busy at work and I have more time on my own. I’m feeling good about the entire list.
Despite all the very specific resolutions I wrote, the most important thing I want to do this year is under the personal resolution category. It is so important for me to not overextend myself and end up right back where I was before I left WLOS. Many of my health problems were triggered by stress and a lack of sleep. I want to have time to breathe and simply enjoy life.
I want to wake up on a Saturday morning, put on my C9 by Champion® at Target® gear and not be so busy that I have the time to enjoy where I live.
This is Bearwallow Mountain on a chilly and windy Saturday afternoon. This time last year I would not have had time or energy to do this hike.
My excuses would have been all over the place. It’s too cold. (Not in my C9 by Champion gear at Target®!)
I’m too busy.
I don’t know what to expect. I’m stressed!
I want to enjoy LIVING in these beautiful mountains. Views like this are stress busters!
It felt amazing to be at the top of a mountain in fun and functional C9 by Champion® gear.
I am going to try to keep my resolution momentum going by checking off the list but always with a mindful eye to keeping life in perspective and remembering the health and happiness is the most important item on the list. And if I can look good doing it, that is a bonus.
If you need a little help keeping your resolution momentum going, try my tips!
5 Tips to Keep New Year's Resolution Momentum Alive
1- Check In
Use the end of the month as a time to check in on your progress. Make a manageable to-do list for next month to help you get closer to your goal.
2- Make Small Goals
Make more small goals that will help you chip away at achieving the big one.
3- Seek Support
Tell your friends what you are trying to accomplish and ask them to help you stay accountable.
4- Do Something Big to Jump Start
Jump start more progress by rocking a long run, stocking the fridge with low calorie freezer meals or going to a boot camp. My “something big” was taking a hike in the winter that was out of my comfort zone. It gave my mind time to reset and distress.
5- Reward Yourself
If you achieve your monthly goals, reward yourself! You are much more likely to keep going if you have something to look forward to! Try rewarding yourself with some fabulous gear like mine from C9 by Champion® gear at Target®. They have high quality premium items, which are fashion forward at an amazing price.
C9 by Champion® gear at Target® has been one of my favorite for years and continues to make such fun workout and running clothes. This outfit is great because it can go from a gym workout, grocery shopping, lounging or an afternoon hike. I have run everything from a 5K to a marathon in C9 gear.
Want to pick up my gear for yourself?
Pants: C9 by Champion® Women’s Premium Fitted Pant
Tank: C9 by Champion® Women’s Premium Tank
Hoodie: C9 by Champion® Women’s Training Hoodie
On a complete side note, I adore C9 by Champion® pants because they come in long lengths in the store. I don’t have to special order to have pants that are long enough! (For a reference point, I am 5'8") They also come in short lengths, so there is something for everyone.
I’ll be posting more on my Bearwallow Hike next week including how you can go yourself. See you tomorrow for the Top 5 posts of the January and Friday for my 6 month post WLOS update!
I'm linking this post with Wild Workout Wednesday and Wow! Workout Wednesdays. Also Jill Conyers for Fitness Friday. Thank you so much ladies for the link up party!
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Target® through their partnership with POPSUGAR Select. While I was compensated to write a post about Target® C9, all opinions are my own.
Your turn!
How are you doing on your resolutions? Is the momentum still alive?
What is your favorite C9 by Target® piece of clothing?
heather @ divas run for bling says
I love the idea to start small. It's so important to build momentum to keep the bigger goals #wowlinkup
Mary Beth Jackson says
great post! I think it is important to make small goals so you can knock them off and celebrate- keeps me moving! Those pants are super cute so I will look for them on my next rip to Target! Have a great weekend!
Geek Fitness Beej says
Having accountability really does help. Telling people and having a true support system really is the best thing you can do to keep goals. Without my handy-dandy folks at my side, I'd never have lost all the weight I did. Sure, there were haters, but whenever I got discouraged, being able to let other people boost me back up was pretty much what kept me going. Same is true for New Year's resolutions (and any goal). It's much easier with friends than it is alone.
Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club says
I am still going strong on my new year's resolution. I feel like this year I am going to smash many goals. #wowlinkup
JulieWunder says
That is awesome! Enthusiasm like that will get it done!
Jess @hellotofit says
I love these tips 🙂 I especially like the "do something big". After that first leap, everything else seems a little easier!
Tina@GottaRunNow says
And I'd need the short pants! I have a lot of C9 tops, but not any pants yet. I'll check them out!
Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says
Hi Julie! What beautiful views you have there. Love the look of these Target pieces, you know, I haven't shopped for workout wear there in a long time. And as far as goals go, yes, now is the trying time to keep it going. Great tips!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
Love all that gear! So cute! I'm a big believer in telling other people my goals - it makes me stick to them.
Janelle @ Run With No Regrets says
I love the gear from Target - I need to get more (even though I think I have too much workout clothes in my closet). Checking in is so important...that's how you can see how far you've come and make more improvements moving forward.
JulieWunder says
Thanks Janelle!
I always feel the same way-- I NEED more gear 🙂
Thanks for stopping by today and hope to see you again soon.
Renee @ Bendiful Blog says
Great tips and super cute gear! I love C9 I'm actually wearing some in my post today too!
JulieWunder says
I'm on my way over the check it out! They have the best stuff!
Annmarie says
Great tips! I just wrote a similar post with similar tips for Move It Monday's blog! Great minds think alike 😉
JulieWunder says
Yes they do! Happy Wednesday~
The Frugal Exerciser says
I bought my Champion pants from Target and I LOVE their longer lengths too. I'm 5'7" but I'm mainly all legs. Champion and Victoria's Secrets are the only affordable exercise pants I could find with the longer inseam. I also like Margarita because they have a 33 inch inseam but they are expensive. Where are you BTW? #wowlinkup
JulieWunder says
I'm in Asheville, NC... nestled in a valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains. I love it here.
I feel your struggle. I'm pretty leggy too and I am always having trouble with pants. Those C9 are the perfect length for me.
Deborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner says
I'm all for setting small goals and finding support in friends. My running buddies are the best!
JulieWunder says
Friends are the best! It looks like you have a great group of running buddies.
Melissa @ Freeing Imperfections says
I love C9 gear for running. So affordable but great quality.
I love checking in to keep me going. It shows me where my progress is and isn't and how to keep going.
JulieWunder says
From what I gather, we are both visual "list" people 🙂 It really helps me to see it written down and check it off!
Dan Steadman says
love the view...my training still hasn't kicked into high gear despite my weekly attempted reward program (beer at the end of the week)....of course I have no end view (Sept-Dec)...it'll get better though
JulieWunder says
It always gets better 🙂
t0ria says
I also wanted to mention, committing to my half marathon has been helped by the fact I am a fundraiser runner for Brother Wolf Animal Rescue! If you can't find motivation from within, find inspiration from something meaningful to you!
https://www.bwar.org/events/asheville-marathon-half-charity-run/run-cause-champion-donation/?entry=1866
JulieWunder says
This is so great! Brother Wolf is such a great group and do inspiring things in our area!
t0ria says
I started in December training for the half marathon in March at the Biltmore. While it's not really a resolution, it is a goal I set for myself. Despite the cold winter days I am on track with my training and am on week 8 of the plan! Committing to this goal has helped me get through these cold, dark days.
Also, one of my favorite running jackets is c9!
Best of luck with all your goals and finding balance. It's so nice to see you getting out and enjoying our mountains. I need to do the same!
JulieWunder says
Best of luck with the marathon too! Keep me updated!
Susie @ SuzLyfe says
Love the tips, love the outfit, LOVE that view! Alex and I tried to soak in views like that as much as we could when we were in VA. Makes me crave some east coast time...
JulieWunder says
These mountains have my heart 🙂
Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says
I love Target's workout line! It's definitely easier to keep fitness resolutions if you have cute gear : )
JulieWunder says
I totally agree.
jill conyers says
My goals/intentions/resolutions...whatever they're called are alive and going well! Ask me again in 6 months and hopefully my answer will be the same.
Love the top!
JulieWunder says
Thanks Jill! I have faith you will keep them going.
Jenny says
What a cute outfit! Your tips are spot on! Breaking my goals into small, measurable milestones has been key in keeping on track. So far, so good! 🙂
JulieWunder says
Thanks Jenny!
Blane Sherer says
Love those mountain background pictures. Seems like you are keeping a nice balance in your life.
JulieWunder says
I am trying! It is always a struggle for me.
Ashley Creason says
I'm rewarding myself with a tattoo once I reach my weight loss goal. And I keep track of everything on MyFitnessPal!
JulieWunder says
That's awesome! What a great way to remember all the work you put into it!