It is that time of year again, when everyone reflects on last years goals and sets new goals for the upcoming year. To be honest, I am not sure if I set any New Years Resolutions last year. In terms of "healthy living" I can say I have come a long way from last year. This time last year I was NOT working out and solely watching what I was eating. This year, I watch in the sense of how many sweets I consume.
For example, when the Edible Arrangement (finally) came today from Jay (he sent it to me while I was sick and he was home for Christmas), I tried not to consume the entire thing... in one sitting. Just kidding, I believe only three of these babies are missing, and Jay ate one!
But, overall I no longer watch in the sense of calorie intake. I simply strive to eat REAL healthy foods 90% of the time. 
I am going to continue to work toward eating healthy REAL foods 90% of the time again in 2011. In fact, many of my 2011 Resolutions are fitness and finance related.
First, I want to continue to attend Yoga class twice a week. And, if for some reason class is cancelled, like this morning..., I will do a little 35 minute Yoga routine at home.
A new resolution will be to work The Weight Room into my routine. Just as Emily says in The Weight Room post, if I want to become a better runner and healthier me, I need to start lifting weights. My goal is to incorporate weights 3 days a week.
Well, I started my resolution a little early... like on Sunday!
My final fitness resolution, or maybe goal or aspiration, is I would really like to run a Marathon once in my life time. For some reason I feel like 2011 will be my year. As of right now, Jay and I are planning on running the 2011 Marine Corps Marathon. This may change, but this is the goal!
Now on to the Finances
Last year I had a very lofty financial goal to save 1/4 of my take home pay. The best part is, I was SUCCESSFUL!
This year, I am going to be a little more realistic. I am currently (and want to continue) contributing 5% to my 401K and would like to start contributing an additional 5% to my Roth IRA (which I opened in 2010). That makes an even 10% goal in retirement savings for 2011.
Additionally, I want to continue to save at least $500 a month and one of my extra paychecks. Why $500? It is an easy number for me to remember and transfer every month.
The ultimate goal is to retire early and travel far! I am hoping to have a Bucket List page up in the next few days! So check back often!!
What are some of your 2011 resolutions?
