Goal Setting

Question 1

Why is it important to set goals?

Answer 1

Adherence to exercise and training
Motivate performers
Improve and optimise performance
Satisfaction of achieving a goal

Question 2

What does SMART stand for?

Answer 2

Specific
Measurable
Achievable
Realistic
Time-bound

Question 3

What is a performance goal?

Answer 3

A goal directly related to improving the performance or technique of the activity
E.g. Improve somersault technique

Question 4

What is an outcome goal?

Answer 4

A goal that is concerned with the end result

E.g. scoring a certain amount of points

Question 5

How do you make a goal specific?

Answer 5

State exactly what you want to achieve

e.g. Improve speed in 100m by 0.5seconds

Question 6

How do you ensure a goal is measurable?

Answer 6

Set specific times/distances/amounts that you can physically collect data for

Question 7

How do you ensure a goal is achievable?

Answer 7

Relate it to what you can already do so it is within your reach
E.g. Improve time in a 5k race by 1minute from 25 to 24 mins

Question 8

How do you make sure a goal is realistic?

Answer 8

Make sure you have the time and resources to be able to achieve it

Question 9

How do you make sure a goal is time bound?

Answer 9

Set an end date to achieve it by

e.g. 6 weeks time