You also see segments in the news, specials on TV, and newly published books on the shelves of your favorite bookstores.
Martial artists seem to get the short end of the stick when it comes to resolutions ... both because not much is written on the subject and also because martial practice is the desired habit that is the first to fail.
We desperately try to keep our promises about dieting and budgeting. And so, the lowly martial arts goal is soon forgotten.
An Easy Martial Arts Goal (Resolution)
I have a quick idea for you:
Get a poster, photograph or small statue that inspires you in a martial arts way. It could be your Bruce Lee autograph under the photo of him kicking the snot out of an actor on Enter the Dragon. Or maybe your favorite punching poster. 
(here's one of Bruce Lee, and for the ladies, one of Ms. Kathy Long)Put this poster up in your home in a prominent hallway ... or maybe in the kitchen. In other words, don't hide the martial arts poster out of the way.
Now, pick one simple exercise -- choose something that you know you should do, but have been procrastinating about. Maybe daily punches or kicks or pushups.
Every time you pass your poster or statue ... punch, kick, or pushup 5 times. Quickly.
Great. Done, now continue on about your day.
The next time you pass the poster, five more reps.
Martial Arts Reminder and Inspiration
Use the poster as both your reminder and as your inspiration.
Are five reps too many? How about two reps each time? Or even one rep? !
The point is that all of these mini practices will add up during the day. Imagine how much you will punch, kick or pushup in a month ... or a year.
Simply combine a visual representation with your mini-practices. They make a great combination.
Now, how's that for making a New Year's Resolution painless?
If you would like to get a quick private lesson, contact me at masterliciaga@dinotokarate.com or visit my new website at http://www.americanblackbelts.com/
See you on the training floor.
Peter Liciaga
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