It’s about…being focused

I have NEVER been good at goal setting. I am a procrastinator at heart, so actually finishing or achieving something doesn't happen that often. Sounds like an excuse, hey! Might have to add it to my list...

Preseason task 3 is always a tough one for me. One month goals I can do, even three months, but beyond that you've lost me. I'm already bored and distracted so it just ain't gonna cut it. Sorry Mish. That said, I've had a stab at it and here they are - complete with a couple of excuses for good measure.

One Month Goals	Three Month Goals
Lose 3kg	Lose an additional 6kg
Run 8km without walking	Be at 22 BMI
Drop 2% body fat (get to 28)	Run 5k in 30 minutes
Be 24 BMI	Run 10k in 75 minutes
Make a decision about work	Drop an additional 3% body fat (Get to 25)
	Do the advanced session at 12wbt training
	Be happy with my work choice

How will I do it for Round 1?

• Follow 12wbt food and exercise plans
  
• Follow a combo of Lean and Strong and Lean and Fast programs - make it work for me
  
• Drink at least 4 bottles of water a day
  
• Track my food at least 75% of the time
  
• Ask myself "Do I really need that?"
  
• Plan the week out - food and exercise plans to be in place by Sunday
  
• Gym session 3 times a week (or Capital Punishment session)
  
• Running with Kaz on Fridays and by myself at least one other day
  
• Find a 10k program and fit it in
  
• Register for Canberra Marathon 10k event (done!)
  
• Register for Mother's Day Classic 10k event
  

Six Month Goals	Twelve Month Goals
Sustain weight loss	Sustain weight loss
Run 10k in 60 minutes	Be still inspiring people to be fit, healthy and happy
Run City to Surf 2011	Do the Paddy Pallin Adventure Series in 2011

My excuses are lame – but whose aren't. They are mainly related to my laziness and skilled procrastination capabilities. None of them mean I can't do something to make a difference to me, my family or something bigger. Ultimately, it comes down to communication and organisation: the two things that are meant to be my specialty. This year I will apply the tools I learned from 12wbt to my work life and will JFDI to my deliverables and business. That means (ironically) less time on-line and more time on-task.

So, are you with me? Got a spare boot to nick up my butt when I am being lazy and self centred?? I'm ready to take it and am relying on you, my friends to apply as you see fit.
xx