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Goal setting in sport

Turning aspirations into achievements

Jack Oades breaks down the complexity of goal setting and gives real-world strategies to help athletes get the most out of their performance

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Goal setting is included within the specifications of all the major exam boards. You should know the different types of goals, the SMARTER principle and the psychological benefits of goal setting.

From the running track to the classroom, goals shape the way we behave. They help determine our work ethic, our persistence through setbacks and ultimately how we measure success. In sport psychology, goal setting is defined as the process through which individuals establish aims or objectives for their actions. It is a widely used intervention that helps athletes improve their motivation and performance (Bird, Swann & Jackman, 2024).

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