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The Spirit of Kitchissippi
December 19, 2013
Setting goals for 2014? Local fitness expert Sarah Zahab says slow and steady always wins the race. Photos by Andrea Tomkins.
Talkin’ about resolutions
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Story by Anita Grace
The start of a new year is often a time when people seek to make positive changes in their life. With plenty of good intentions, most start off strong. “But after the four to six week mark, motivation starts to wane,” observes Sarah Zahab, Registered Kinesiologist and co-owner of
Continuum Fitness and Movement Performance on Churchill Avenue. So how can you stay on track with your New Year’s resolutions? Local experts and goal setters offer some tips for helping you make good on your goals in 2014. Geordie McConnell, owner of Wellington West’s Ottawa Fit, recommends keeping goals realistic. “If you try to change too many
things at once, your chances of success are less likely,” he says. “You set yourself up for success by having smart, attainable goals.” He also says it is important to focus on the process, not the outcome, and that the process should be enjoyable. “It comes down to a simple three-letter word: fun. If you can find activities that are fun to do, Continued on page 6
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