Sport Psychology - Goal Setting

Question 1

Define an outcome goal

Answer 1

Based on the end result

Question 2

What is the benefit of an outcome goal

Answer 2

Achieving it increases motivation and self-efficacy
It can lead to approach behaviour

Question 3

Name 2 drawbacks of an outcome goal

Answer 3

The end result is out of the performer’s full control
Repeated failure can lead to demotivation
Repeated failure may cause avoidance behaviour

Question 4

Define performance goals

Answer 4

The performer is judged against themselves , regardless of the end result

Question 5

Define process goals

Answer 5

Focused on tactics and techniques

Question 6

What is the benefit of process goals?

Answer 6

Effective process goals can aid performance and outcome goals

Question 7

What are the 5 characteristics of effective goal setting?

Answer 7

Specific
Measurable
Agreed
Realistic
Time-phased

Question 8

Effective goal setting: Explain specific

Answer 8

The goal must be relevant to the performer’s role and event

Question 9

Effective goal setting: Define measurable

Answer 9

Use objective measures to dictate if a goal has been achieved

Question 10

Effective goal setting: Define agreed

Answer 10

The goal must be agreed between the coach and performer

Question 11

Effective goal setting: Define Realistic

Answer 11

The goal should be within the performer’s physical capability

Question 12

Effective goal setting: Define time-phased

Answer 12

The coach should set short, medium and long-term goals