How To Goal Set for 2024

ByDave

Don’t make an outcome-based fitness goal for 2024.

There’s a reason why 91% fail.

It’s because the goals they create feel unachievable and outside their control.

The goal you make for 2024 should be

1. Entirely in your control

2. Specific

3. Actionable

4. Measurable

A goal like running a 12-minute mile is nice to have, but it’s not in your control and tells you nothing about how to get there.

Instead, think about what you could do that would nearly GUARANTEE hitting a 12 minute 2 mile.

For example:

1. Run 4 times per week, every week (or switch to non-impact cardio in the event of injury)

2. Do non-impact cardio one day per week

3. Eat in a 300-calorie deficit until you reach 13% body fat

4. Maintain 12% bodyfat or a weight you can perform and live sustainably

5. Give a true hard effort on every high-intensity run

6. 100% consistency

Do you see the difference? This plan is 100% in your control.

By the end of 2024, you might not hit the 12-minute mile. You could surpass it. And if not, you’ll still be fitter, stronger, and more disciplined than you were.

Remember, focus on what you can control, and the results will follow naturally.

I'm a coach with a passion for helping athletes dominate the toughest selection courses in the world. Over the years, I've trained well over 100 athletes for Special Operations selection courses, including SFAS, RASP, Air Force A&S, BORTAC, SWAT, and MARSOC A&S. My mission is to bridge the gap between traditional performance training and the unique demands of tactical and military athletes.

I got my start coaching hybrid athletes, blending strength, endurance, and hypertrophy training to achieve peak performance. As I worked with more tactical and military athletes, I realized there was a need for a specialized approach tailored to the grueling physical and mental challenges of SOF selections. This realization drove me to focus on prepping SOF candidates for success, combining cutting-edge research, proven training methodologies, and real-world experience.

Whether you're preparing for selection, seeking to level up your fitness, or simply curious about what it takes to thrive in these elite environments, I hope you'll find the information I share helpful.