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Dr. Ran D. Anbar

Dr. Ran D. Anbar. http://blog.syracuse.com/cny/2011/04/in_my_experience_right-sizing_works_better_than_losing_weight.html. Goal Setting. Kristin McGurl. What are Goals?. The Webster dictionary defines goal-setting as: “The result or achievement toward which effort is directed” .

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Dr. Ran D. Anbar

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  1. Dr. Ran D. Anbar http://blog.syracuse.com/cny/2011/04/in_my_experience_right-sizing_works_better_than_losing_weight.html

  2. Goal Setting Kristin McGurl

  3. What are Goals? • The Webster dictionary defines goal-setting as: “The result or achievement toward which effort is directed” . • Working toward something you want to accomplish • Your own action plan for what you want to achieve

  4. What is a goal you have for tomorrow? What is a goal you have for next week? What is a goal you have when you graduate high school?

  5. GOALS HELP YOU: Achieve things you want Motivate you Change actions or situations Improve your independence and sense of personal control Develop self-esteem Gain a positive outlook on the future Decrease unhealthy habits and behaviors Improve your academic performance and organization Develop time-management skills and battle procrastination IS THIS WHAT YOU WANT TO DO? Then you could benefit from goal setting!

  6. Types of Goals Teens set: Better grade by end of the quarter Making a sport team Healthier eating Working out Graduating from high school

  7. Some Everyday Goals: Writing homework down in your planner Reading your planner nightly Getting homework done early Winning a game/competition Going to the gym/exercise Household chores

  8. Steps to Establish a Goal • Set a realistic and healthy goal (Be Specific!) • Establish a step by step approach to reach your goal • Consider barriers to the goal/solutions to these barriers • Identify your support systems • Identify a reward for reaching your goal • Evaluate your progress.

  9. Lets practice together! • Sally has been told by her doctor that her cholesterol level is extremely high. She researches ways to lower cholesterol and comes to find that her being overweight is a direct factor in the cause of her high cholesterol. She decides she wants to lose 10 pounds before her next doctor’s appointment in 6 weeks.

  10. Steps 1. Set a realistic/healthy goal • To lose 10 pounds in six weeks • Lower cholesterol

  11. 2. Establish a step by step approach • Cut out sugary drinks like soda • Exercise at least 30 minutes a day • Limit fatty/fried food intake • Consume more fruits and vegetables • Cut out fast food • Eat less sweets • Eat six small meals a day with protein • Pick healthier options when on the go

  12. 3. Consider Barriers and Solutions Barriers Solutions Healthier options when going out to eat Join a local gym Planning ahead Get a support system Get active! • Sit indoors and watch TV instead of outside and active • Enjoys going out to eat • Fast paced lifestyle • Lacks motivation

  13. 4. Identify Support Systems • Friends • Family members • Gym employees • Services (weight watchers, online, ect.)

  14. 5. Identify reward for reaching your goal • Buy a new bag • Go to the movies • Treat yourself to new clothes • A cheat day with your favorite sweet • A new game • Feeling good about yourself!

  15. 6. Evaluate your progress • Weekly weigh ins • Check list of healthy things/options you chose/did for that day • Physical activity check-list

  16. Your Turn! In your groups of 4 work together to complete the assignment called Tasha’s Goal

  17. Are You Ready to Set A Goal for Yourself? • My Goal is: ___________________________ • Your neighbor will answer the rest! • Action Plan :______________________ • Step 1: _____________________________ • A. Barrier? • B. Solution to that barrier? • Step 2: _____________________________ • A. Barrier? • B. Solution to that barrier? • Support Systems: _______________ • I know I have reached my goal when:____________ • How can you reward your achievement?

  18. Bellringer! • List the 6 steps taken in setting and achieving a goal that we discussed in class. • What is an everyday goal you have for yourself?

  19. SCAFOULDING QUESTION • Do you think you need to set smaller short term goals in order to achieve a long term goal?

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