Goal setting

Question 1

Why do we set goals

Answer 1

-used as motivation
-increased confidence
-persistence (not getting distracted)
-control anxiety/arousal/stress
-direction towards goal
-develop skills,tactics and technique

Question 2

Name the different types of goals and describe them

Answer 2

Outcome/product goals-these goals concern the end result and are success-based

Task-orientated goals-goals based on the task and focus on the improvements in technique or performance

Performance goals-goals that are judged against other previous performances in an attempt to improve personal achievements

Process goals-goals that are concerned with improvements in technique

Question 3

What are smart goals

Answer 3

Specific-goal must be specific to skill,component of fitness,part of the body etc

Measurable-goals must be measurable so you can tell if you achieve or fail (scores,heights,times)

Achievable-goals must be challenging but realistic

Realistic- goals must be challenging but realistic

Time bound-working to a specific timescale,relates to achievable

Question 4

What goals a most controllable for a performer

Answer 4

Process goals
Performance goals

Question 5

What goals are least controllable for a performer

Answer 5

Outcome goals