How I did it: I've been running a few times each week. I made sure to run three miles on a few occasions and I even got up to four miles once. This makes it a bit easier.On race day, I stretched pretty well. I had to remind myself of all the training I had done just to get to that point. When I wanted to give up, I reminded myself again. Read how I did it…
How I did it: I know this is supposed to be one of the more difficult goals to achieve but I found it rather easy. I did it on my first try. I quit smoking on New Year's Day and I haven't looked back. Now, I'm fairly disgusted by the habit. So much depends on your attitude. People I know who unsuccessfully tried to quit made half-hearted efforts because they didn't really want to quit. Someone else was goading them o… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I prepared in advance. I made copies of the workout logs, made sure I had access to a gym, had gym clothes, bought groceries, etc. After that, its a matter of just getting through each day. I used the "free" day as a way to reward myself. When I had an intense craving, I would tell myself to wait until Saturday (my free day). When Saturday came, the craving would always pass.Many times, I didn't feel like wor… Read how I did it…
How I did it: I took lessons. I told my teacher my goals and I practiced with him twice a week for a month, and three times a week for the second month. I learned the basics (grips, swings, strategy, etc.) and having a teacher there to correct me was indispensible. I'm not a great player, but I have a complete game. I can actually play with others without feeling like I'm ruining their day. I will improve with practice. Read how I did it…