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What To Use? Building Block #8—Materials

Setting Healthy Goals

Setting healthy goals at the start of an ongoing program can help you change and improve your physical activity and eating habits. To set goals that are right for you, think about what you want to change and why, and what steps you can take to reach your goal. These changes don’t have to be big. Even small steps can make a difference. Also, think about who can help you, and how you’ll reward yourself for making these changes.

Use the following chart to set some easy goals for physical activity and healthy eating. Ask family and friends to help.

Sample Goal

Lose 10 Pounds

My reason for this goal

To be at a healthy weight and to fit into my favorite dress for my sister’s wedding.

Steps I’ll take

  1. Always eat three balanced meals each day.
  2. Eat smaller portions at home and at restaurants.
  3. Join the lunchtime walking group at work.

Who will help me

My family and friends

When I’ll start

Today

When I’ll meet my goal

By the wedding—in 3 months

How I’ll reward myself for making progress toward my goal

Buy myself some flowers

 

Sample Goal

My reason for this goal

 

Steps I’ll take

Who will help me

 

When I’ll start

 

When I’ll meet my goal

 

How I’ll reward myself for making progress toward my goal

 

 

Sample Goal

My reason for this goal

 

Steps I’ll take

Who will help me

 

When I’ll start

 

When I’ll meet my goal

 

How I’ll reward myself for making progress toward my goal

 

 

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