{"id":181052,"date":"2021-01-01T07:00:17","date_gmt":"2021-01-01T07:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/?p=181052"},"modified":"2020-12-30T11:12:54","modified_gmt":"2020-12-30T11:12:54","slug":"tips-for-setting-effective-new-years-cycling-resolutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.welovecycling.com\/wide\/2021\/01\/01\/tips-for-setting-effective-new-years-cycling-resolutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Setting Effective New Year\u2019s Cycling Resolutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

New Year\u2019s resolutions, love em\u2019 or hate em\u2019, the start of a new calendar year offers an excellent opportunity to reflect on what has happened over the past 12 months and set some goals for the 12 that lie ahead. Of course, you can set goals at any time of the year, but you know you\u2019re going to be asked by at least one person about how you\u2019re planning to improve your habits in 2021. And being a cyclist and all, don\u2019t you want to impress them with the well-thought-out plan you have for fine-tuning your skills?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Joking aside though, resolutions really can help get you to where you want to be, assuming you approach them mindfully. Let\u2019s take a look at some tried and tested methods for setting effective New Year\u2019s cycling resolutions that you\u2019ll be able to look back on with pride in a year from now.<\/p>\n

\"Winter<\/a>
You have to be able to describe what exactly you want to do and specify when and where you\u2019re going to do it. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Be honest about where you\u2019re at now<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Everyone will tell you to be realistic when setting goals and resolutions, and that really cannot be overstated. But maybe the best way to do it is to do an honest inventory of where you\u2019re at right now. It can be easy to overestimate or underestimate ourselves depending on how we\u2019re feeling on any given day. Allow your New Year’s cycling resolutions to be something you spend time thinking over and avoid letting your emotional state dictate your response. Make a list of all the resolutions that come to mind, then take a few days to mull them over before making a commitment.<\/p>\n

Break the year down into segments<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you have a hard time looking at the big picture or struggle to maintain motivation, it\u2019s a good idea to break the year down into smaller chunks to help keep your eye on the prize and your spirits high. Setting 12 small goals for 12 months is a great way to make a lot of progress while getting the influx of \u201cfresh start\u201d energy at the beginning of every month. This is an excellent strategy if you\u2019re hoping to improve your performance in certain areas, have your sights on a specific event, or want to stay motivated for something that still feels far away. Monthly goals also provide variety and keep things interesting while you work towards your more ambitious long-term plan.<\/p>\n

\"Cycling<\/a>
The science of behavioural change suggests that you should set up your resolutions in a way that least disturb your current routine. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Remember that it doesn\u2019t have to be increasing your athletic prowess<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Sure, you may want to set a mileage goal or improve your time over a certain distance, but for some of us, New Year’s cycling resolutions dedicated to finding time to relax or focus on a healthy balance are really what the doctor ordered. I think we can all agree that 2020 was a stressful year, so maybe what you need going forward is a commitment to providing yourself with a little self-care. For many cyclists, this doesn\u2019t come easily, but it\u2019s crucial to ensuring that your relationship with cycling continues to be a positive one.<\/p>\n

Different approaches work better depending on the individual, so do some research to determine what will have the best outcome for you. This could be attending a weekly online yoga<\/a> class or setting aside 10 minutes each morning for meditation. It might also mean just planning a ride once a month that isn\u2019t about achieving a certain cadence, distance, or heart rate but is instead dedicated to enjoying the wind blowing in your hair and the countryside flying past you.<\/p>\n

Make fun resolutions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

We seem to think that resolutions have to involve an element of suffering or deprivation to be taken seriously, but that is not the case. Your cycling resolutions can be all about having more fun doing the sport you love and venturing outside of your comfort zone. Commit to introducing a friend to cycling in 2021, trying a different discipline, or even donating to a cycling organisation that inspires you. There are so many ways we can be better members of the cycling community that have nothing to do with numbers or KOMs.<\/p>\n

\"Mountain<\/a>
Introduce your friends to cycling. \u00a9 Profimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tell your friends (if you\u2019re comfortable with it)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Generally speaking, sharing your resolutions with those around you can bring two-fold benefits; you\u2019ll experience a higher degree of accountability and hopefully more support. Especially if you\u2019ve got friends and family who are good at providing encouragement and helping you be your best self, then sharing your goals for the year is highly recommended. That being said, for some, the spectre of quitter\u2019s guilt can hurt your performance before you\u2019re even out of the gate. So, if you\u2019d prefer to keep your resolutions to yourself, that\u2019s okay too.<\/p>\n

Develop a strategy for dealing with slip-ups<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Finally, it is essential to go into the new year with a promise to be gentle with yourself and not fall into the all or nothing trap that is such an effective roadblock to achieving one\u2019s goals. Over the year, ask yourself if you\u2019re making the progress you need to stay on track or if it might be time to adapt your training (or your expectations) to better suit where you\u2019re at right now. Be mindful of the fact that falling off the wagon doesn\u2019t mean its game over. Just accept where you\u2019re at<\/a> \u2013 regroup, adjust your plan as needed, and keep working towards your goal. Overcoming obstacles is just part of the process, and will end up making your triumph all the more satisfying.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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