2016 was a year where I actually did reach a lot of goals. I ended up getting into an MFA program, getting a few publications under my belt, losing 6 pounds. But I need to do just a little more. I want to live a more productive life. Sometimes I worry that this type of lifestyle will be restricting--that Iâm 23 and I need to act like it. But I also feel that when you have a good routine, you get shit done. And then you can use the time outside of that routine to have fun.Â
Hereâs my list for this:Â
Put more time aside for writing. Even in an MFA program this can be hard.Â
Lose 20 lbs by June 15. My less intense goal is to lose 10 lbs. After I get the 20 lbs off, Iâll see where Iâm at. I may want to do more.Â
Go to the gym 5x a week. Would love to use those 2 other days to do some stretching at home regardless.Â
Have a better sleeping routine. Going to bed by 11 and getting up by 730 would be ideal.Â
Actually track my meals on MyFitnessPal.Â
Cut back on sugar and eating out.Â
If youâre on a journey like this, let me know! Part of the trouble Iâm having is finding people in my life who are not only supportive, but interesting participating in this cleaner lifestyle. I wonât start officially until January 8th, which is when I leave home to go back to grad school.Â