Why wait for January 1st? Every year I watch friends make big resolutions on New Year's Day and lose steam by February. So I flip it around: we start our changes now, and head into the new year already feeling proud, lighter and positive.
Make Up Your Mind to Make a CHANGE is my free 6-week challenge to do exactly that. It starts Monday, November 16, 2026 and runs 6 weeks, through Sunday, December 27, 2026, one small step each week. You can join any time, even if we have already started.
Your goal can be anything that matters to you
This isn't only about fitness. Pick one or two goals that would make your life feel better. A few ideas:
Get stronger: move three days a week, walk more, or join a live class.
Clear out your closet: one drawer, one shelf or one bag at a time, and donate what you don't love.
Make more time for yourself: protect 20 minutes a day to read, stretch, walk or simply sit with your coffee.
Give back: volunteer, check in on a neighbor, or plant milkweed for the monarchs.
Why six weeks works
Setting and achieving meaningful goals doesn't happen overnight. Research shows that breaking a big goal into mini goals boosts motivation, builds confidence and makes success more likely. Six weeks is long enough to feel a real change, and short enough to commit to today.
How the six weeks go
Week 1 (Nov 16): Get Ready, Get Set. Write down what you want and why it matters. Goals tied to your values are the ones you keep. Then put "appointments with yourself" on your calendar for all six weeks.
Week 2 (Nov 23): Build momentum. Tell a friend or family member your goal and ask them to check in, or invite them to join you.
Week 3 (Nov 30): Tackle challenges. The holidays get busy. Decide now what you'll do when you're tempted to skip, so a hard week doesn't derail you.
Week 4 (Dec 7): Weekly self-audit. Look at what's working, adjust what isn't, and celebrate every win, big or small.
Week 5 (Dec 14): Reflect, refocus, recharge. Remind yourself of your "why" and give yourself credit for how far you've come.
Week 6 (Dec 21 to 27): Celebrate and look ahead. Look back at where you started, toast to how far you have come, and decide what you want to carry with you into the new year.
Each Sunday, take ten minutes for a check-in: write down your wins, any challenges, and your plan for the week ahead. Tracking your progress is proof that you're changing, and that proof keeps you going.
Want a fitness goal? Train to Travel™ is coming
If your goal is to get stronger, especially for the trips you're dreaming about, join my new Train to Travel™ program. It's an 8-week small group on Zoom: leg strength for hills and stairs, upper-body strength for luggage, core and balance for cobblestones, and the endurance to enjoy long days.
Starts: when 8 people are interested. Runs 8 weeks.
Day & time: chosen with the group.
Interested? Email me or use the contact form and I will add you to the list.
Missed a class? You get the recording.
Learn more about Train to Travel™
You don't have to do it alone
Accountability and encouragement make all the difference. Invite a friend, join my live Strength in Motion™ classes on Zoom Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30am ET (your first class is free), or email me at info@lisakiely.com and tell me your goal. I'd love to cheer you on.
Make up your mind. Make a change. Start the new year already on your way.
— Lisa
