Nancy Schuessler lost over 220 pounds with the equipment and Personal Training support from Health and Fitness Equipment Centers. Find out how her S.M.A.R.T Goals helped her reach her target weight and maintain it for over three years even after becoming a new mom.

Are You Setting S.M.A.R.T. Goals?

We believe that in order to be best successful, your goals should be S.M.A.R.T.

The Benefits of Physical Activity

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. If you're not sure about becoming active or boosting your level of physical activity because you're afraid of getting hurt, the good news is that moderate-intensity aerobic activity, like brisk walking, is generally safe for most people.

How Much Physical Activity Do Adults Need?

Physical activity is anything that gets your body moving.

Motivation
- If you want to make positive, lasting change in your life, it helps to spend some time thinking about motivation. What are your reasons for wanting to strength train? What are your personal goals? What obstacles do you anticipate and how might you overcome them? It's also a good idea to visualize your success and consider how you might celebrate your achievements.
Inspiration
- Making the decision to lose weight, change your lifestyle, and become healthier is a big step to take. Losing weight takes more than desire. It takes commitment and a well-thought-out plan. Before you begin any exercise program we encourage you to talk to your health care provider. He or she can explore any weight-related risk factors you may have.
Dedication
- If you're currently at a healthy weight, you're already one step ahead of the game. To stay at a healthy weight, it's worth doing a little planning now.
  
  Or maybe you are overweight but aren't ready to lose weight yet. If this is the case, preventing further weight gain is a worthy goal.