Support your body, reach your goal

New year's resolutions? We prefer goals!

A new year is accompanied by good intentions. But resolutions alone usually don't get you very far. Better to set some goals for the year, and make a plan for them.

Have you already set goals? We can give you a few tips on how to set them.

Setting your goals, some tips

1. Decide. Think of something you want to do or work toward. It often helps if it's something that's just a little beyond what you can currently do - goals that challenge us can be very motivating!
   
   A goal that you already know you're going to achieve is not really an art. Raise the bar! Nice and exciting. Even if you don't make it, you've probably gotten farther than if you aim too low. If you do achieve the goal, it will be very satisfying. Much more satisfaction than if you meet an easy goal.

2. Write it down. Writing down your goals increases your chances of sticking to them. Describe your goal in specific terms and time frames, for example, "I want to be able to walk 10km pain-free by the end of May" instead of "I want to walk more.

3. Share it with someone. Telling someone we know about our goals also seems to increase the likelihood that we will stick to them.

4. Break down your goal. This is especially important for big goals. Think about the smaller goals that are steps toward achieving your larger goal. Write down your smaller goals and try to set some dates to do them as well. What will you do when? How long will you take to do them? Make those into specific action steps and get support from professionals if needed.

5. Plan your first step. An old Chinese proverb says that the journey of 1,000 miles begins with one step. Even if your goal is not to walk 1,000 miles, it will really help you get started by thinking about the first step. One small one. Planning your goals in itself is rewarding. Literally. Your brain will get dopamine in response. Feels good! And it prompts you to take action, to do the next step in planning, and so on and so forth.

6. Keep going. Working toward your goals can sometimes be difficult and frustrating, so you have to persevere. If a step fails you, think of something else you could try that will still help you move forward, even if just a tiny bit. If you're struggling, ask people you know for their ideas about what you could do. They can help you look at things in a different way.

7. Time for celebration. When you have achieved your goal, take time to enjoy it and thank those who helped you. Reflect on what you learned along the way. What will be your next goal or project?

What can you do for support

1. Get guidance from professionals

You know your body best and often know what you can handle. Still, it may be advisable to get guidance from professionals such as your doctor, pharmacist, physical therapist or osteopath. They can give you tips to reach your physical goal faster and better, without accidents!

2. Healthy nutrition, a must

What you eat has an impact on your health. Nutrition is to our bodies what fuel is to a car. Are you using the wrong fuel? Then rest assured that your body will backfire. A healthy diet provides us with energy and the nutrients we need to grow, function optimally and feel good in our skin. So important if you want to achieve your goals.

3. Supplements, as an extra

Supplements contain vitamins, minerals and/or bioactive substances in the form of pills, powders or drinks. They are intended to supplement the daily diet. For healthy people, the general rule is that intake of a varied diet provides the need for vitamins and minerals. Still, a supplement can be useful if you want extra support or an extra push toward your goal!

The supplements you can use during rehabilitation

• Tyranos Collagen and Tyranos Active: These supplements contain a high dose of vitamin C, collagen, Boswellia, glucosamine, etc. Vitamin C ensures normal collagen formation for the normal function of cartilage.
• Tyranos Protect: Vitamin D in Tyranos Protect ensures the maintenance of normal muscle function.