Happy New Year! January 1st is the symbolic “new beginning” of every year. It’s the day you hit the “restart” button. It’s the day most people make resolutions.

For me, it’s really just another day. It’s fun to hang up a new Runner’s World calendar, start a new day planner, begin a new running log. Setting resolutions works for some people, but I prefer to set goals year round. Goal setting for me is a continuous, ever growing activity. In the middle of 2008, I started making my plans for 2009. And, I already have 2010 races on my calendar.

I recognize that running and planning races is a little different than a lot of other activities. I have to plan my training, my travel, and other accommodations. So that, in itself, requires some advanced planning. However, I am a planner by nature, so it carries over into the other areas of my life.

So, if you’re one who sets New Year’s resolutions, why don’t you “resolve” to set resolutions all year. There is no rule that says you can only make resolutions at the beginning of the year.  Try something different this year. It’s a new year: Create  new adventures and enjoy new accomplishments! Good luck and have fun!