C18- Goal setting

Question 1

How does goal setting affect performance

Answer 1

-motivation
-persistence
-focus
-anxiety
-skills
-confidence

Question 2

define the 3 types of goals

Answer 2

• performance goal: compare against other performances
• Process goal: focused on technique and tactics
• Outcome goal: related to end result

Question 3

What is the SMART principle

Answer 3

S - specific (goal is related to task)
M - measurable (goals measure objectively
A - achievable (performer needs to be physically able to perform goal)
R - Recorded (progress can be monitored)
T - time (set a time zone to achieve goal)

Question 4

benefits of a short term goal

Answer 4

• greater opportunity for success
• reinforces positive feelings
• can motivate

Question 5

How goal setting is used to ensure effective performance in the different stages of learning

Answer 5

• cognitive: missing mental image (simple short term goals)
• Associative: grooving and motor programme (feedback and over learning)
• Autonomous: tactics, performing (strategies, long term)