Why Writing Down Your Goals Changes Everything

Why Writing Down Your Goals Changes Everything

Most people have goals — “I want to get healthier,” “I want to lose weight,” “I want to get stronger.” But here’s the thing: if your goals only live in your head, they’re just wishes.

At CrossFit Indiana, we believe that setting clear, measurable goals and tracking your progress is key to building sustainable habits. When you write your goals down, you take them from abstract ideas to tangible commitments. You’re telling yourself, “This matters.”

Mark England, co-founder of Enlifted, takes it a step further: the words you use to write your goals shape how your brain processes them. Vague language like “I should work out more” creates guilt and procrastination. Powerful, specific language like “I will work out three times a week at 6 AM” builds confidence and action.

Here’s why writing your goals works:

1. Clarity – You define exactly what you want.
2. Accountability – Seeing your goals in writing is a daily reminder.
3. Focus – You filter out distractions that don’t serve your objective.
4. Momentum – Small wins build confidence and keep you moving forward.

Pro Tip:
Write your goals in positive, specific terms, put them somewhere you’ll see daily, and revisit them regularly. Break them into short-term steps so success feels achievable and motivating.

Your goals aren’t just tasks — they’re the blueprint for the life you want to build. Put pen to paper and start shaping it today.

We want to sit down with you and discuss your goals. Not only that, we want to help you take action. Schedule your FREE Goal Setting Session with Coach Nikki or Coach Matt the week of August 18.

Don't want to sit down with coach? Download our Free Goal Setting and Vision Guide.

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