Most of us kick off new fitness routines with a ton of motivation, but that buzz tends to fade fast. It’s easy to overdo it, ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. If you have big ...

Each component of a SMART goal is designed to ensure that you have the proper framework to accomplish an objective. Instead of making open-ended wishes for the future, you make a purposeful plan. For ...

Chances are you’ve heard of a SMART goal. The acronym SMART stands for specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-related, and it’s been around since consultant and former corporate planning ...

TOOLBOX: As the cycling season winds down, now is the perfect time to reflect on your progress and plan for the year ahead. Whether you’ve spent the past few months chasing personal bests, exploring ...

We all know that feeling. You’re all fired up for a few weeks after setting a goal, such as “get in shape,” “write a novel,” or “start a business.” But life has a way of getting in the way.

Lindsey Ellefson is Lifehacker’s Features Editor. She currently covers study and productivity hacks, as well as household and digital decluttering, and oversees the freelancers on the sex and ...