(Insert cliched New Years quote here), I'm not that nice, and GOALS!

Happy 2013 guys!  I hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday season.  But now that its all over, its time to sweep up the glitter and confetti and get down to business in the new year!  I know everyone comes up with goals, resolutions, to-do lists and deep down I really hope that everyone can accomplish a few things on their lists.  But the sad part is not many people do.  This time of year my gym is always packed to the brim with new members.  Thats great, but come February over half of them have left and the gym is back to normal with its regulars and a few newbies that stuck it out.  I could be selfish and call them jerks for taking up a parking spot and a treadmill from me, or I could be nice and say good for them and hope they stick it out.  I will try and choose that option.

Maybe that should be a resolution for myself.....be nice :) Eh, my list is long enough, maybe next year

Since we're talking about goals, I'm just going to get it over with and let you all in on my 2013 goals!  Now last year my "theme" was "Treat Yo Self!" ala Parks and Rec.

basically I was "treating" myself to a year of being healthy and getting fit and maintaining my weightloss.  I tried a few new things, found running and never looked back.  It was a good year :)

This year I decided my theme would be from another of my favorite shows Rob and Big...

(disregard the quality, the best video i could find!)

So needless to say, this years theme is "Do Work Son!".  I plan on getting a little tougher this year and working really hard.  Hopefully I dont end up on the floor like Rob in the above clip.  So with that, here are my 2013 goals:

*  Run with purpose: for me this means to stop dilly-dallying around.  I realized I have my whole life to be a "casual" runner, and right now I really want to work hard and find my potential.  I think I may have some ability when it comes to running and I want to see what I can do with it - I'm excited to find out!

* Start working with a coach:  this goes hand in hand with the above goal.  In order for me to find out what I can really do I need help.  I really have no clue what I should/shouldnt be doing and with going over a few things/options fellow blogger, friend, running superstar Nichole offered to help and coach me.  I am beyond happy that she wants to work with me, and am just hoping to make her proud :)

* Train for & race the Fargo Half Marathon!:  On Saturday May 18th I will be toeing the line at my first half marathon.  This has been a goal of mine for over a year, and I am so excited to know that this time I will actually do it, and hopefully with a great time.

*PR in the 5k and 10k: I did a few 5k's last year and one 10k, and would really like to improve my times to some new PR's this year

*Save $XXX/month:  I really would like to get better about saving, plus a vacation would be nice!

*Champagne date night once/month:  J and I tried this last year on the 3rd Thursday of each month, but fell short a few times.  Leaving it at once a month, anytime, I think will work better.  I love champagne and dates with J so I think this will be an easy goal to stick to.

*Throw away the scale:  I plan on doing this at the end of the month.  I need to get back on track with eating well and get back to my "comfortable" weight so I want it there to keep track, but hopefully at the end of the month I will toss it!

*Read (and finish!) 3 books:  Last year I had the goal of reading more and I totally failed.  I really do like to read, I just have a hard time finding books that keep me interrested.  I am hoping by putting a number on it that it will help me.

* Stop comparing myself to others: This is a big issue for me.  I need to remind myself that the grass isnt always greener, and that sizing myself up against other people just isnt fair.  Mentally it causes to much stress and I need to let it go.  There is a quote that I like that says "Do something today that your future self will be proud of".  I need to start thinking in a way that will myself  happy, and speak to myself in a positive voice.

*Blog once a week:  lucky you...

So far this is my list.  I like it, there are some short term goals and long term ones.  I'm sure as the year goes on I will have little monthly goals to work on, but for now I like what I have.  If you have goals or things you want to accomplish get it out there!  Tell people, post it on your fridge, whatever you can do to hold yourself accountable and go after them.  Guaranteed your friends and family will support you whether you achieve them all or not :)