How to get the New Year off to a good start?

It's time for something new, a new year for all of you, a year of renewal and setting new goals.

I- SMART method

A simple and recognized method that proves to be an excellent starting point: the SMART method. Initially developed for the marketing industry, it has since been adapted to a variety of other fields. It is particularly effective for setting realistic, measurable objectives.

S: Specific - Clarify your ambitions

This is the first step, and undoubtedly the most important. It's essential to clearly define your objectives so you know exactly where you want to go.

HOW? Start by thinking about how you're going to organize your workouts.

WHAT? What sport would you like to do this year? Would you like to try out new activities?

WHY? Would you like to take part in events or competitions that give you a sense of purpose?

WHEN? When would you like to practice?

OR? Do you prefer to do it alone at home? In a team? In a training studio? Outdoors?

All these questions will help you to clearly determine your ambitions and focus your efforts. This clarification is essential to maintain long-term discipline and give you a clear direction.

M: Measurable - Setting measurable objectives

Measurable goals are essential for tracking your progress over the long term. They enable you not only to schedule your workouts, but also to evaluate them regularly. This helps you know where you stand and adjust your strategy accordingly, while staying motivated.

To measure your progress, you can use different platforms, create a tracking chart or simply write down your sessions and goals on paper. The important thing is to update this tracking regularly. That way, you can adjust your efforts, avoid injury and continue to progress serenely.

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A: Achievable - Set realistic goals

It's important to aim high, but in a reasonable way. Often, the desire to surpass our limits and go further, higher and faster pushes us to set goals that are TOO ambitious. It's essential to take into account our constraints or limitations, such as our schedule, past injuries...

Be flexible. Remain open to the idea of adjusting them as you progress. By doing so, you'll avoid burning out or becoming discouraged too soon. Your body and mind will thank you for it.

R: Realistic - Adapt objectives to your level and take your time

We all have different levels, and we have to recognize that. The most important thing is to LISTEN to yourself. Online training programs, social networks etc. can sometimes be too drastic and force you to push your body beyond its limits: injuries, loss of motivation... Always remember "Slow and study wins the race". Take the time for consistency, regularity and slow progress for a strong, controlled, injury-free and healthy body.

It's crucial to adapt your goals to your current level, and to take the time you need to progress at a pace that suits you. This will keep you motivated and avoid unnecessary risks.

T: Temporal - Setting deadlines to maintain motivation over the long term

Setting goals over time and tracking your progress by specific deadlines is an excellent way of maintaining motivation over the long term. By setting deadlines, you can track your progress and encourage yourself to stay committed.

Using a connected watch or dedicated app will enable you to track your progress over the weeks. This will give you a clear overview of your efforts and results, boosting your motivation to achieve your goals over time. 

II- Personalized support from a professional

Personal accompaniment by a professional, such as a kinesiologist, contributes greatly to the progress of athletes. This personalized follow-up ensures that your objectives are met precisely, that your techniques are perfected and that you receive tailor-made support.

At Vsquare, we make it a point of honor to follow our athletes, to push them, but also to take their bodies and minds into consideration, in order to find them a 100% tailor-made program, adapted to their needs. Our kinesiologists help you improve your posture, ensure safe movement and avoid injury. As a result, our loyal sportsmen and women surpass themselves on a daily basis, and we are fortunate to be able to see their progress, exchange ideas with them and get their feedback so that we can continue to help them develop and support them in their well-being.

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III- Choosing the right activity

There's no such thing as a "good" or "bad" activity: it all depends on you, your goals and your physical capabilities. The most important thing is to practice activities that you enjoy. Don't hesitate to try out different disciplines and combine them so that they complement each other harmoniously.

At Vsquare, we offer a wide range of group fitness, yoga and Pilates classes. You have the freedom to choose the activity that suits you best.

All sports are complementary and accessible to all levels.

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We offer classes to suit all levels, so you can do dynamic workouts, then relax with a yoga session. Everything is designed so that you can work out and relax in a balanced environment.

IV- RECOVERY

Finally, it's vital not to neglect rest periods. Resting, relaxing and completely disconnecting from your workouts allows your body to recover and strengthen itself. Rest is an integral part of the progression process and essential for maintaining a sustained training rhythm over the long term.

So it's important to take care of yourself, listen to yourself and don't hesitate to give time to recovery. Good management of rest periods will help you avoid injury and stay motivated for future training sessions.

In short, it's all about finding the right balance between motivation, progress and recovery, and taking the time to adapt your goals and practices to your personal reality.