EP 97: Are SMART Goals, Habit Tracking, and "Locking In" Overrated?

Are SMART goals actually helping you change your behavior or just checking a box? In this episode, host Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas and co-host Sarah Tierney play "overrated or underrated" with popular health and behavior change concepts, debating what actually works for long-term success versus what sounds good in theory but falls short in practice.From SMART goals, to accountability buddies, to habit tracking and "locking in" for the new year, Kasey and Sarah unpack the psychology behind these strategies and share what coaches (and clients) should focus on instead. In this episode, you'll learn:Why SMART goals don't work for weight loss and behavior change (and what to use instead)Do accountability partners actually work for fitness goals? The truth about when they help versus create dependenceWhat's the difference between habit tracking and building actual habits, and why most people get this wrong If you've ever wondered whether popular goal-setting strategies actually work, or if there's a better way to approach behavior change, this episode breaks down what's worth your time and what's just trendy advice that won't stick long-term. Podcast Episode #13: SMARTER GoalsFuture Self Research - Graphic Connect with us on Instagram: @coachkaseyjo@sarahmichelletierney Grab 5 Free Lessons in Mindset and Behavior Change Coaching [HMCC WAITLIST] LEAVE A REVIEW, WIN A WORKSHOP! After you leave your review, take a screenshot and upload it to this form to be entered to win