Goal planning helps you to achieve whatever you want in life, whether it is a fitness, financial or personal accomplishments, by having a plan and following through.

S – Specific. Define exactly what you want to accomplish. Walk 10,000 steps/day?
M – Measurable. Log your progress on the WalkingSpree website, both fitness and nutrition.
A – Adjustable. Be flexible and have a back up plan in case you’re not able to get out for your regular walk or you’re suddenly going out for lunch.
R – Realistic. Make sure the goal reflects what is attainable for you and not based on comparing yourself to others.
T – Time based. Set a deadline, but remember that long term changes are achieved when you take your time.

And remember, that there will always be days that you don’t meet your goals, but it’s like brushing your teeth. If you forgot one night before bed, you wouldn’t say “I give up. I’m never brushing my teeth again.” Fitness and health is the same way, get back up the next day and start all over again.