January marks the start of a new year, and for many that means taking on New Year’s resolutions. During those first several weeks in January, we’re inspired to make a change, but after a few months things cool down. If we treated every month like January, we would certainly find greater success.

In today’s post, since we’re focused on aiming high in all aspects of our lives this month, let’s discuss some of the upsides of setting definitive, high goals.

I believe that fitness should be just as much about how you feel physically (increasing your energy, sleeping better, decreasing anxiety) and emotionally (self-esteem, confidence, determination), as it is about how you look.