Ride S.M.A.R.T in 2022

A new year offers a fresh start and an opportunity to set goals and make positive changes.  According to a 2020 poll, half of those who made a New Year's resolutions said their top goal was to lose weight and get in shape. And, it's no wonder that most fitness facilities see their greatest revenue spike in January. 

However, it's also common knowledge that most will not stick to those goals. In fact, it is estimated that 80% of resolutions fail by February. To increase your chances of success in 2022, we're sharing 5 key elements you should incorporate when setting your health and fitness goals: S.M.A.R.T. 

Specific - instead of setting an arbitrary goal like, "I want to bike more", choose something more specific such as "I plan to commute to work by e-bike every Friday." 

Measurable - avoid words like "more" and "less" and instead choose metrics that will quantify your progress. "I want to bike over 50 miles each month."  

Attainable - start small and celebrate the wins! Break up any big resolutions into mini-achievements to keep your spirits up. 

Relevant - make sure your goals fit into your lifestyle, and make sure there is motivation attached to it. "I want to bike 50 miles each month so that I feel confident participating in a Century Ride in September."

Timely - be strict about deadlines and don't set your sights too far in the future. Long-term goals are great, but it's important to also set mini-goals that will create urgency and encourage you to start working on them immediately.

SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS

Here are some tips to make accomplishing your e-bike objectives easy (and fun!):

• Get an e-bike that you love! Browse our variety of types, sizes and models and speak with an e-bike specialist to find out what e-bike is right for you! 
• Make exercising fun by planning an e-bike adventure with your friends!  Set a date for a monthly group ride and commit to it! We offer self-guided tours with rentals and curated routes so you and your crew can take the effort out of planning. 
• Know where to go and how to get there. Want to ride to Lahaina or Kapalua? Kaanapali or Olowalu? We recommend what to see, what to do, and how to e-bike to these popular destinations. 

Whether your goals are health-related, economic, social or environmental, an e-bike can be the tool to help you achieve success. Browse our inventory,  go for a test ride, or book an e-bike rental to find an e-bike that will enable you to save money on gas, reduce your carbon footprint, lose weight, adopt a new hobby, enjoy company with friends, and so much more!