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<\/figure>\r\n\r\nWhat Are SMART Goals?<\/h3>\r\n\r\nA SMART goal is:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n- S<\/strong>pecific \u2013 Clear and well-defined<\/li>\r\n
- M<\/strong>easurable \u2013 You can track your progress<\/li>\r\n
- A<\/strong>chievable \u2013 Realistic for your life<\/li>\r\n
- R<\/strong>elevant \u2013 Connected to your values and health goals<\/li>\r\n
- T<\/strong>ime-bound \u2013 Has a timeframe for review<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
\r\n\r\nSMART Goal Examples<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n![\"Water\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-pixabay-50593-1-1024x786.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will replace sugar-sweetened drinks with water or unsweetened tea at least four days a week for the next 4 weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Walk\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-lukas-rychvalsky-670786-684x1024.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will walk for 20 minutes after dinner five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Cook\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-dapur-melodi-192125-1109197-1-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will cook dinner at home at least three times per week for the next six weeks to reduce takeout meals.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Lunch\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-shkrabaanthony-5852329-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will pack a healthy lunch for work four days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Snack\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-fotios-photos-1894325-683x1024.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will limit evening snacking to one pre-portioned serving, three nights a week for the next two weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Journal\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-monstera-3363111-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will track what I eat in a journal or app five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Sleep\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-feelartfeelant-1028741-1-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will go to bed by 10:30 p.m. on weeknights for the next two weeks to support better sleep and energy.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n![\"Exercise\"](\"https:\/\/tarheels.live\/weightmanagementeducation\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7407\/2025\/06\/pexels-yankrukov-8436715-1024x683.jpg\")
<\/td>\r\nI will attend one group exercise class or do a video workout at home twice a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\nFeel free to modify these to fit your own needs!<\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\ud83c\udfa5 Video: The Impact of Small Habits on Big Goals<\/h3>\r\n
This short video explores how small, consistent habits can lead to meaningful progress over time. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this is a great reminder that tiny steps really do add up.<\/p>\r\nWatch the Video<\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nReady to Create Your First SMART Goal?<\/h3>\r\n
Setting a SMART goal is a powerful way to turn your intentions into action. Use the tips below to get started, then download the worksheet to write it out and track your progress.<\/p>\r\n
\r\n- Choose a goal that feels meaningful and<\/em> doable.<\/li>\r\n
- Write it down.<\/li>\r\n
- Set a reminder to check in with yourself after your chosen time period.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nDownload SMART Goals Worksheet<\/a>\r\n
\u00a0<\/h3>\r\nMore Healthy Habit Ideas for SMART Goal Setting<\/h3>\r\nExplore Healthy Habits<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A SMART goal is:<\/h4>\r\n\r\n- S<\/strong>pecific \u2013 Clear and well-defined<\/li>\r\n
- M<\/strong>easurable \u2013 You can track your progress<\/li>\r\n
- A<\/strong>chievable \u2013 Realistic for your life<\/li>\r\n
- R<\/strong>elevant \u2013 Connected to your values and health goals<\/li>\r\n
- T<\/strong>ime-bound \u2013 Has a timeframe for review<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
\r\n\r\nSMART Goal Examples<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will replace sugar-sweetened drinks with water or unsweetened tea at least four days a week for the next 4 weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will walk for 20 minutes after dinner five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will cook dinner at home at least three times per week for the next six weeks to reduce takeout meals.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will pack a healthy lunch for work four days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will limit evening snacking to one pre-portioned serving, three nights a week for the next two weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will track what I eat in a journal or app five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will go to bed by 10:30 p.m. on weeknights for the next two weeks to support better sleep and energy.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will attend one group exercise class or do a video workout at home twice a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\nFeel free to modify these to fit your own needs!<\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\ud83c\udfa5 Video: The Impact of Small Habits on Big Goals<\/h3>\r\n
This short video explores how small, consistent habits can lead to meaningful progress over time. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this is a great reminder that tiny steps really do add up.<\/p>\r\nWatch the Video<\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nReady to Create Your First SMART Goal?<\/h3>\r\n
Setting a SMART goal is a powerful way to turn your intentions into action. Use the tips below to get started, then download the worksheet to write it out and track your progress.<\/p>\r\n
\r\n- Choose a goal that feels meaningful and<\/em> doable.<\/li>\r\n
- Write it down.<\/li>\r\n
- Set a reminder to check in with yourself after your chosen time period.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nDownload SMART Goals Worksheet<\/a>\r\n
\u00a0<\/h3>\r\nMore Healthy Habit Ideas for SMART Goal Setting<\/h3>\r\nExplore Healthy Habits<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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SMART Goal Examples<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will replace sugar-sweetened drinks with water or unsweetened tea at least four days a week for the next 4 weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will walk for 20 minutes after dinner five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will cook dinner at home at least three times per week for the next six weeks to reduce takeout meals.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will pack a healthy lunch for work four days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will limit evening snacking to one pre-portioned serving, three nights a week for the next two weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will track what I eat in a journal or app five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will go to bed by 10:30 p.m. on weeknights for the next two weeks to support better sleep and energy.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n\r\n<\/td>\r\n I will attend one group exercise class or do a video workout at home twice a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\nFeel free to modify these to fit your own needs!<\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\ud83c\udfa5 Video: The Impact of Small Habits on Big Goals<\/h3>\r\n
This short video explores how small, consistent habits can lead to meaningful progress over time. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this is a great reminder that tiny steps really do add up.<\/p>\r\nWatch the Video<\/a><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nReady to Create Your First SMART Goal?<\/h3>\r\n
Setting a SMART goal is a powerful way to turn your intentions into action. Use the tips below to get started, then download the worksheet to write it out and track your progress.<\/p>\r\n
\r\n- Choose a goal that feels meaningful and<\/em> doable.<\/li>\r\n
- Write it down.<\/li>\r\n
- Set a reminder to check in with yourself after your chosen time period.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nDownload SMART Goals Worksheet<\/a>\r\n
\u00a0<\/h3>\r\nMore Healthy Habit Ideas for SMART Goal Setting<\/h3>\r\nExplore Healthy Habits<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
| <\/td>\r\n | I will replace sugar-sweetened drinks with water or unsweetened tea at least four days a week for the next 4 weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/td>\r\n| I will walk for 20 minutes after dinner five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n | <\/td>\r\nI will cook dinner at home at least three times per week for the next six weeks to reduce takeout meals.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n | <\/td>\r\nI will pack a healthy lunch for work four days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n | <\/td>\r\nI will limit evening snacking to one pre-portioned serving, three nights a week for the next two weeks.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n | <\/td>\r\nI will track what I eat in a journal or app five days a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n | <\/td>\r\nI will go to bed by 10:30 p.m. on weeknights for the next two weeks to support better sleep and energy.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n | <\/td>\r\nI will attend one group exercise class or do a video workout at home twice a week for the next month.<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n | Feel free to modify these to fit your own needs!<\/h4>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\ud83c\udfa5 Video: The Impact of Small Habits on Big Goals<\/h3>\r\nThis short video explores how small, consistent habits can lead to meaningful progress over time. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this is a great reminder that tiny steps really do add up.<\/p>\r\nWatch the Video<\/a><\/div>\r\n Setting a SMART goal is a powerful way to turn your intentions into action. Use the tips below to get started, then download the worksheet to write it out and track your progress.<\/p>\r\n |