Goal Setting

• What do successful athletes do regarding goals?

  They set goals
• Why is goal setting important for athletes?

  It helps them work towards achievements
• What are the roles of goal setting for athletes?

  • Adherence to training regimens
  • Motivation for performers
  • Establishing baselines for progress
  • Tracking progress effectively
  • Increasing efficiency in training
• How does goal setting enhance adherence in athletes?

  It encourages them to follow training regimens
• In what way does goal setting motivate athletes?

  It clarifies what they aim to achieve
• What does goal setting allow athletes to establish?

  It allows them to set baselines
• How does goal setting aid in progress tracking?

  It measures their journey towards goals
• What is the benefit of efficiency in goal setting?

  It ensures actions are purposeful and directed
• What does the SMART principle stand for in goal setting?

  • Specific
  • Measurable
  • Achievable
  • Realistic
  • Time-bound
• What does 'specific' mean in the SMART principle?

  Goals must be clear and detailed
• Why is it important for goals to be measurable?

  It provides objective evidence of achievement
• How can a gymnast measure their flexibility goal?

  By improving their sit and reach test score
• What does 'achievable' mean in the SMART principle?

  Goals should be challenging yet attainable
• How does 'realistic' relate to goal setting?

  It means goals must be achievable
• What does 'time-bound' mean in the SMART principle?

  Goals must have a deadline for achievement
• What is a typical time frame for achieving goals?

  Between 4 and 12 weeks
• How does a deadline sharpen focus for athletes?

  It creates urgency to achieve the goal
• What are the components of fitness relevant to goal setting?

  • Flexibility
  • Agility
  • Power
  • Endurance
  • Strength
• How do different sports influence goal specificity?

  • Gymnasts focus on power and flexibility
  • Goalkeepers train differently than strikers
  • Rugby players have position-specific goals