Higher PE Goal Setting

Why do we set goals? They create a focus for your training. They increase motivation and determination. They are used to measure your progress. They help you prioritise and get more out of your time. They should help you to get better results.

We set ourselves 2 types of goals Long Term Goals What you want to achieve by the end of the season or the year. Or What you want to achieve by the end of your 8 week personal development programme. Short Term Goals To achieve long term goals you need a series of short term goals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Y9tZy9EXOs

Example (Badminton) Short Term Goal “To develop my smashing action in badminton by snapping my wrist at the point of contact” Long Term Goal “To develop my range of skills in badminton to a level that will improve my overall performance to win a school badminton tournament.

Task Choose an activity and describe a short and long term goal. The goals must be related to physical, emotional, mental or social factors. My Example (Half Marathon) – Physical (CRE) Long term Goal: “I want to be able to run 79 minutes for the Balloch to Clydebank half marathon” Short Term Goal: “This weekend on my training run I am aiming to do 10 miles in 60 minutes, which is the same speed I will need to run the race. ”

Think S.M.A.R.T.E.R To set effective goals they should be S.M.A.R.T.E.R goals. This means they should be: Specific – Your goals should be clear and precise. They should reflect your ability and experience within your chosen activity. Measurable - Goals must be easily measurable so that you can assess whether or not they are improving or have been successful. Agreed - Your goals need to be approved by a teacher or coach. This means you are fully supported by someone with experience and knowledge in your chosen activity. Realistic – Realistic goals are more likely to be achieved and you are, therefore, more likely to stay motivated throughout your personal development plan. Setting unrealistic goals will result in lack of success and, ultimately, in a drop in morale. Time-Phased – Your goals should be progressive. Planning short-term goals will ensure progress and help you achieve your long-term goals. Exciting – Make sure your goals are rewarding and enjoyable. This approach will maintain motivation and prevent you becoming bored. Recorded – It is essential to write down your goals not only does this increase commitment, it also serves as a form of contract. It also helps to monitor progress.

Exam Question Analyse the benefits of setting short and long term goals to develop your performance. (4 marks) They create a focus for training Motivation Measure Progress Prioritise your training Get better results