Start Thinking About the New Year

It's not too early to start thinking about your goals for 2012. It's the best time to start planning because you have time to get the gear you need and find the plans to get you to your goal.

Here are some options for the new year:

• Pass the entry test to get into the Marines, then pass the exit test from Bootcamp
• Take and pass the Operator Ugly fitness test from Military Athlete
• Deadlift 2x's your bodyweight
• Find and compete in a Tough Mudder or Spartan Race
• Increase your vertical jump by 5 inches

Here are some gear ideas to buy or make for the new year:

• make a heavy sandbag from wood pellets (better than sand)
• buy some TNT cables from Lifeline USA
• buy a speed rope and learn double unders
• make a rock climbing course in your basement or garage

What other ideas do you have for the new year?