I made the casual remark last night in the PB suggesting that the 30% of our population overweight would find the going easier if they all had a goal.
Like a race.
A BIG RED CIRCLE on the calendar.
Because we work backwards from there to ensure our race day preparedness.
I believe this to be crucial in the obtainment of goals, race times, PRs or simply staying motivated, fit and engaged. If there is something of value that I desire, I will do whatever necessary to put myself in the best possible position to succeed. Further, if it is a race goal, that means the backup starts now and includes every day.
Ditch the cheeseburgers and potato chips. Lose the Oreos and popcorn. Donuts and chocolate eclairs? See ya.
Sleep is better, nutrition is cleaner and stress managed more efficiently with a clear, precise goal constantly dangling off your visor.
So where is the debate?
In the concept that spontaneity and living for the moment trump any long range goal. That freedom contains a component of ad-lib and creation. That our mantra of living in the present moment excludes worrying about the future.
All good. BUT…..
Having a wholesome and challenging long term goal provides stability and hope. It forces you into an examination of your every move. It illustrates the value of the routine. I am here to suggest that much like the yin and the yang, one cannot have one without the other.
One's dedication to the goal, to the process, to the path of continual improvement, keeps us on the road to BOTH immediate gratification in the form of a relaxed focus in the present moment AND keeps an eye on the future goal that we are working to obtain.
Sure makes it easier for me to visualize myself on race day a mile from the finish line and feeling good, as today I slug out a particularly gnarly set of hill repeats.
The road is the goal. Indeed. Same way that the goal is the road.
Have one. And light out to achieve it.
One step at a time.
No debate.
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