Growth & Goals: Aim For Better, Not Perfect

As someone who’s been in the fitness industry for over 20 years, I understand the urge to take big action when motivation is high—especially at the start of a new year. If you can sustain that momentum long-term, amazing. But if you’ve struggled to stick with big changes in the past, smaller, more realistic actions are often the key to lasting progress.

Aim for BETTER, not PERFECT with your goals.

Dry January can be great for your body—but if that feels overwhelming, aim for a Drier January instead. A few fewer drinks than usual is still better, and it still counts.

The same goes for workouts. An hour-long workout every day might sound ideal, but for most busy people (especially parents), it’s not realistic. Starting with 10-minute workouts a few times a week is often far more sustainable—and once that routine sticks, you can always build from there.

Think about movement and healthy meals like contributing to a savings account: every little bit adds up. Bigger, more frequent deposits may get you there faster, but even small contributions move you forward. Something is always better than nothing.

Simple ways to start:

• Take a short walk or do a quick workout most days

• Eat at least one vegetable per day

• Cook one meal at home instead of dining out

• Drink a glass of water before your morning caffeine

• Try one or two new workouts this month to find what you enjoy

Progress doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be consistent.

If you’d like a little extra structure and reflection as you reset your goals, you can download my New Year Journal for some help organizing your thoughts.

You’ve got this. 💪