Goal setting

• Goal Setting


  The process of identifying something that you want to accomplish and establishing measurable goals and timeframes to achieve it
• Goal setting can often seem a bit of a hassle, but if you put the effort in and set goals properly, it can make you feel satisfied when you reach your target
• Goal Setting can Help you Train


  • Setting the goals you want to reach
  • Having a long-term goal and setting a series of short-term goals or targets to meet while working towards it
• Types of goals


  • Long-term goals
  • Short-term goals or targets
• Goal setting helps training


  • Helps you stick to your training
  • Gives you something to work towards which motivates you
  • Helps to improve performance
• SMART


  A framework for setting effective goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Recorded, and Timed
• SMART goals

  • Specific: Clearly define what you want to achieve
  • Measurable: Set targets to track progress
  • Achievable: Set goals that are challenging but realistic
  • Recorded: Write down your goals to stay focused
  • Timed: Set deadlines to create a sense of urgency
• As well as setting goals, you need to review them regularly to see how much progress you've made and what else you need to do to achieve them