How to write goals for the new year and actually stick to them

As the year slows down and the noise gets louder around food, goals and “new year, new me” energy, I wanted to create an episode that feels like a deep exhale.

In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to step into 2026 feeling calm, clear and intentional not burnt out, restricted or already behind.

We chat about letting go of the end of year food guilt, why Christmas is not the time to micromanage your plate, and how enjoying your life is not the thing that ruins your progress. I share a little life update from being home in New Zealand with my family, Josh and Slinky, and why this slower season has reminded me what actually matters.

Then we get into the real conversation around becoming “that girl” in a way that actually lasts. Not the Pinterest version. Not the all or nothing version. But the grounded, real version who looks after herself, builds routines that support her life, and doesn’t rely on motivation to keep going.

If you’ve ever set goals in January only to burn out by February, this episode is for you. We talk about how to write goals that make sense for your real life, how to stop turning self improvement into pressure, and how to create habits that feel supportive instead of punishing.

This is your gentle reset. A reminder that you’re allowed to enjoy food, enjoy life, and still move toward the version of you you want to become.

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If you’re feeling the pull to level up in 2026 but you’re tired of extreme plans, burnout cycles, and “new year, new you” pressure, this episode is for you.

In today’s chat, I’m taking you behind the scenes of how I’m intentionally closing out the year and setting myself up for my healthiest, happiest, most aligned chapter yet. I share a really honest life update, including an emotional decision around family and letting go, and why slowing down this Christmas actually feels like the biggest glow up of all.

We talk about why I’m choosing a calm, grounded New Year instead of chaos, and how that one decision has genuinely shaped some of my best years. From there, I break down my 2026 vision for health, confidence, and energy without extremes, punishment, or starting over.

This episode is all about refining what already works, building non negotiable habits that support your body and nervous system, and creating a version of “leveling up” that feels sustainable, strong, and peaceful. Think better sleep, daily movement that actually grounds you, food that fuels you properly, and finally letting go of the idea that exhaustion equals success.

If you want 2026 to feel clear, intentional, and deeply aligned and not just for January but for the whole year, press play. This is your reminder that the best glow ups are built quietly, consistently, and with self respect.

And if this episode resonates, don’t forget to like, rate, and share the podcast so more girls can find this space 🤍

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The holidays are here, and so is the guilt! Do you feel like one slice of pie means you’ve ruined everything? You’re not alone.

In this essential episode, we’re tackling the biggest mental obstacle of the season: The All-or-Nothing Trap. We’re giving ourselves permission to be human, swapping perfection for peace, and changing our goal from weight loss to maintenance and enjoyment.

You will learn three non-negotiable strategies:

• The Mindset Reset: Why ten days of fun cannot undo hundreds of days of consistency.
• The Plate Primer: The smart hack to stabilise hunger before you walk into a party so you can choose your food intentionally, not ravenously.
• The Recovery Protocol: How to handle the day after a big meal without guilt, punishment, or starving yourself (and why that scale spike is just water, not fat!).

Stop spiraling and start savouring the season. Your routine is your anchor—you can loosen the rope without drifting away!

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www.britmccrystalfit.com

Instagram & tiktok: @brittanymccrystal

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