Goal Setting in Nutrition: Importance and Steps Involved

Goal Setting – Nutrition
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Goal Setting – Nutrition
Goal setting is important for nutrition clients because it helps them achieve their long and short-term wellness objectives by focusing on milestones. It gives nutritional clients a sense of satisfaction during setbacks because goal setting provides direction and focus (Houston, 2021). In this case, dietary clients achieve motivation when they reflect on their milestones, the endurance and sacrifice they have made, and the results or the positive progress of the process.
Eating habit is the first goal type nutritional coaches should consider. Eating habits differ among people because they are based on their dietary needs. For instance, nutritional descriptions for malnourished people differ from overweight and obese people. The second goal type that nutritional coaches should focus on is the nutritious intention of the client. Clients may seek nutritional guidance intending to improve their athletic performance. Nutrition coaches should also educate their clients about healthy lifestyle habits to maintain their physical and emotional health (Kerksick et al., 20...