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The Performance Compass
Hosted by Decker Lindsay, a seasoned strength and conditioning coach, gym owner, and entrepreneur, The Performance Compass is your ultimate guide to unlocking your full athletic potential. Whether you're a weekend warrior, a seasoned athlete, or just passionate about improving your health and fitness, this podcast delivers actionable insights and strategies to elevate your performance.
Each episode is packed with expert tips, real-world advice, and practical steps that you can implement right away to optimize your training, recovery, and overall well-being. From strength training and conditioning to nutrition, mindset, and injury prevention, The Performance Compass provides a holistic approach to becoming your best self—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Join Decker as he explores the science of performance, breaks down complex topics, and shares proven techniques for getting stronger, fitter, and more resilient. Whether you're looking to improve your athletic performance, break through plateaus, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle, The Performance Compass will help you chart your course for success.
Tune in and take the first step toward mastering your performance—no matter where you’re starting from!
The Performance Compass
Episode 15: How to Set Fitness Goals for 2026
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Setting fitness goals sounds simple, but most people approach it the wrong way. They focus on motivation, extreme timelines, or vague outcomes, and end up frustrated by February.
In this episode, Coach Decker Lindsay breaks down how to set fitness goals for 2026 that are realistic, sustainable, and built to fit into a busy life. We talk about the biggest mistakes people make when goal setting, why “more discipline” isn’t the answer, and how to shift your focus from outcomes to systems that actually drive results.
Whether your goal is fat loss, strength, performance, or simply staying consistent all year, this episode will help you create a clear plan that you can follow long after the initial motivation wears off.
If you’re tired of starting over every year, this episode will show you how to approach 2026 differently.