goal setting Flashcards
paper 2
1
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what are the two types of goals
A
- performance goals
- outcome goals
2
Q
what are performance goals
A
focuses on your own personal performance. comparing yourself against what you have already done
3
Q
why are performance goals considered better than outcome goals
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- no comparison with other performers
- focuses on improving personal performance, so the overall standard of performance will increase
- they are more motivating than outcome goals as they do not rely on others
4
Q
what are outcome goals
A
focusses on the end result such as winning
5
Q
advantage of outcome goals?
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they can be used to motivate advanced players to achieve the desired effect
6
Q
disadvantages of outcome goals?
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- some performers can be so focused on the end result that their individual performance decreases
- individuals often don’t have control over the end result as it often relies on others performances
7
Q
why is goal setting needed?
A
- to keep the performer motivated
- to help the planning of a successful training session
- to keep the performer focused
- to make the performer have a feel-good factor
- monitor progress
8
Q
what does SMART targets stand for
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Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Realistic
Time bound
9
Q
why do targets need to be specific
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- to make you focus on a clear target/improvement
- such as: to improve the percentage of successful passes in football
10
Q
why do targets need to be measurable?
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- for it to be successful as otherwise won’t know if you succeeded or not
- done through time, distance or numbers
- such as: I want to get an average of 90% success pass rate in football
11
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why do targets need to be achievable?
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- as otherwise may be demotivating if it isn’t
achieved - such as: wanting to improve your pass success rate from 85% to 90%- only a 5% increase so is achievable
12
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why do targets need to be realistic?
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- so that it is possible to be achieved, so should factor in your fitness level, time, facilities etc..
- such as: an extra 5% success rate is realistic as i am practising extra passing drills
13
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why do targets need to be time bound?
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- goals must have a time frame- so you can see the effect/progress of the training
- such as: completing your target by the end of the season
