I made 10 goals for 2010.
In 2011, I simplified my resolutions to 3 hopes + dreams.
I have no idea what the future of 2012 has in store for me. I am not afraid to admit that I’m unsure of how I plan to keep my bank account afloat post college graduation and where I will reside (two major IDKs).
I am certain of who I am. I am certain of my passions, and I think those two things will take care of a lot… take me somewhere.
This year, I plan to let go of what I cannot control while seizing opportunities to better myself and live the life I imagine by doing the following:
TWENTY TWELVE
Run 26.2 miles.
I don’t know when, and I don’t know where, but seeing as though I’ve run 5 halfs – training for no. 6 – I don’t see why I shouldn’t give the damn thing (full marathon) a shot. See “goal #3” below. I want to be a marathoner… and, most importantly, I want to flaunt a 26.2 sticker on my car ;)
Pursue my AFAA certification.
News to you, but I did pass the AFAA Primary Group Exercise certification exam in August after studying all.summer.long!
Back in June, I decided to just do it and develop my hobby of exercising into something more. Studying for an exam is something I know a little about, and seeing as though the subject matter was entirely body, fitness and health related, flipping through the thick textbook during the summer wasn’t so tough.
I passed the practical parts of the exam, missed 1 question on the written part, and within a few weeks, I received official documentation in my mailbox of being a group exercise instructor.
Months later and I haven’t taught a single class. I’ve been told I have perseverance. The problem is a lack of confidence, a lack of courage. That has got to go this year.
Don’t hold back.
The other night, my mother told me: “You’re a hard nut to crack.” My shell is thick and it often prevents me from going where I want to go – physically and emotionally. I believe there is more inside of me to shine than what I chose to show.
My shell was cracked in 2011. In 2012, it will be broken.
DO more.
…including everything on this list.
Whether it be lifting heavier, runner father, studying longer, or squeezing more into my Google calendar Monday through Sunday, life is too short for minimal effort.
Whatever this year is, let it be a good one.
Hopefully Hillary
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hillary, as a fellow student and runner, i love your attitude. i love the phrase “squeezing more into your google calendar”! i can’t wait to see how this goes for you, and i’m definitely approaching 2012 in the same way.
I agree with Robin above (however, I am not a runner…). You have such a great, positive attitude in starting the year off right! I love the vibe of this post and your blog. Can’t wait to read more of your adventures, especially in “not holding back” :)
great post! Happy New Year :)
These sound like some great goals! I’m in the same position as you, graduating this spring. It definitely made New Year’s resolutions harder to make! There’s just so much uncertainty in our lives and so many changes to anticipate. Good luck!!!
& best of luck to you! :)
Big plans for the year…good luck with them all! You can do it :)
You will do great in 2012! You have such a great attitude to start out the new year! Best of luck lady!
Hillary,
I find so much motivation in reading your blog, and this post was no different! I wish you the best of luck for all your goals in 2012! Especially running the whole damn thing (26.2) ;). I have two under my belt and I know that with the motivation and dedication that you show when working towards your goals that you will have absolutely no problem crossing the finish line of 26.2 :) Again, good luck!!
Happy 2012! Good luck to you with everything that you do!!!
It sounds like you have a great attitude as you begin 2012! I think you should definitely go for the full marathon, btw. Happy New Year :)
I think your to-do list this year is amazing. So inspiring. :-D
I love the quotes in here! I’m getting my AFAA cert soon, so I can’t wait to see what you do with yours. Best of luck!
yayyy i love your goal of running a marathon :)
Good luck in 2012 — sounds like it’s going to be a big year for you!
I am graduating this spring and trying to figure out how I am going to survive and where I’ll be too. It is an exciting, but scary time. So many possibilities! My goal is to run my first marathon this year as well. Bring on 2012!
Hillarys always have so much in common — good luck!!
Happy 2012 – love the goals! I accomplished two of them in 2011 (running a full marathon and getting my AFAA Cert). However, like you, I haven’t taught a single class yet!! I was hired by a gym, did some training and co-teaching, but suddenly had to move back to Boston from Atlanta. That certainly put a hold on things. However, I’ve already applied to my corporate gym and local YMCA to teach. I totally agree that it’s my lack of confidence and courage to teach – but I figure everyone starts somewhere. Just DO it!
Thanks for the push!
Your “To Do’s” sound a lot like my goals for myself last year: accept change, run a marathon, etc. This year I’d love to get certified as a yoga instructor. That’s so cool that you can teach now, I can totally relate to you being nervous. I think you just have to push yourself that first time to get over the hump and then after that you’ll love it!
LOVE! love everything about your goals and they sound so familiar to mine, except you have a better grasp on how to get there. Like you, I am “a tough nut to crack” and it definitely holds me back. I am working on it, blogging helps exponentially. Hopefully I will be able to open up outside of the blog soon! :)