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Getting Started

Driven to Move was created with the mission to teach people about goal setting and all the variables associated with the goal, big picture.  Where you are and where you want to be.  So let’s get started together….

WHAT?  What do you want to BE

  • Pro Surfer
  • Golfer
  • Pro Hockey Player
  • World Record Holder
  • Olympic Champion
  • Skinny
  • Buff
  • HEALTHY

Whether your goal is shooting for the moon or simply wanting to make it up the stairs without huffing and puffing.  You must OWN your goal and be able to add specificity in the HOW.

Whatever the mental image you have in your head of what you want to BE, it has to be you that you’re seeing.  All great athletes use some form of visualization, EVERY person should use some for of it when trying to MOVE forward into a better YOU.  Your thoughts control your action and what you think has a direct impact on you achieving your goal.  “Doubt” happens to us all, but what do you ‘say’ to yourself (affirmations) to combat the negative thoughts?

MARKERS of success/progress/setbacks- create a timeline/deadline for when you want to achieve a particular goal.  Whatever the outcome, LEARN, take notes and brainstorm with yourself, coaches, parents, and peers on the next step to take.  Even with goals that are innately yours, your chances of success are even greater with a group!

Open up your eyes to the resources available with a critical eye!  There are millions of resources out there and they are all touting that their’s is THE BEST, NO KA OI.  However, if you’re looking for a magic pill please consult:  http://www.ausport.gov.au/ais/nutrition -here is extensive research on all supplements that have any potential impact (both good and bad).  This site will be referenced in several discussions to bang in the idea..DO YOUR HOMEWORK…is this the only resource? NO, though you will go to great lengths before you find one better.

OK, here is an example of how to get rolling! If you have your own goal you want to get started or develop further, leave a comment and we’ll do it together!

Overall Goal: BE HEALTHY (too broad, let’s be more specific)- BEFORE you start, check with your doctor of any factors you should be aware of in terms of your health.

Hike to the top of the INCLINE (google: Colorado Springs, Incline) sub 45min in 6 months (a measure of  success when the moment presents itself)

FACTORS IN ACHIEVING: physical strength and endurance, altitude, mental strength, weight/nutrition (going up a steep incline- lighter=better so long as it’s done healthy)

Physical training

  • Sustained mid>>high intensity effort for 30-1hr (this is what you must be capable of, not the daily grind)
  • Strength training to be able to support your entire weight on 1 leg (build exercises into routine that develop this)
  • flexibility, recovery (consistency in this aspect will keep your joints healthy and you consistent in the journey)

Altitude

  • The air is thin up there, if living at sea level this could be a major limiting factor though one that can be prepared for
  • Looking back to the physical training (preparation and consistency will best prepare you for the unknowns of how you’ll respond at altitude)

Mental

  • The altitude can be tricky, develop affirmations/cues into your weekly workouts when it becomes difficult or even when you lose the intention of the workout to regain focus.
  • When you get uncomfortable, it wont get better, but your mind can be stronger. “relax” “smooth” “breath” are just a few of several that you apply to you and your goal.
  • Negative or limiting thoughts, write them down, write positive responses to combat them, LITERALLY throw away the piece of paper you wrote the negative thoughts on.

Nutrition- Weight loss, weight gain (you may need to increase your power/muscle mass or trim a few lbs to enhance the success)

  • Eat IMMEDIATELY after every workout, chocolate milk (there are others) is one of the most touted recovery aids and a tasty treat- this speeds recovery and reduces your need for calories in your meal after.
  • Assess your habits (i.e. No breakfast, huge dinners, midnight snack splurge, Lover of drowning a salad in dressing)
  • “if…(i.e. I’m hungry), then….(i.e. I eat ants on a log AKA celery with peanut butter and raisins)- Develop your own with a healthy choice that best fulfills your goal, consult others for ideas on the HOW.

START TODAY, at the start of each week look at your schedule and develop a plan you will achieve to meet this goal and address each variable.  Keep a journal.  Be up front with yourself, demanding yet forgiving.

This is simply an introductory, where you go from here is up to you, but let’s GO!