Sport Psych: Chapter 13: Goal Setting

What is the main difference between long-term and short-term goals as described in the passage?

• Long-term goals are more flexible than short-term goals.

• Long-term goals require more time to achieve than short-term goals.

• Short-term goals are more important than long-term goals.

• Short-term goals are less specific than long-term goals.

According to the passage, why is it important to break down long-term goals into short-term goals?

• To make the goals more manageable and achievable

• To increase the complexity of the goals

• To ensure the goals are forgotten over time

• To make the goals more difficult to achieve

What role does the passage suggest that visualization plays in goal setting?

• Visualization is a minor aspect of goal setting.

• Visualization is a crucial part of goal setting.

• Visualization has no role in goal setting.

• Visualization is an optional tool in goal setting.

Fill in the blank: _______ goals are those that are both long-term and short-term, involving scheduled process goals.

• Balanced

• Short-term

• Long-term

• Unscheduled

Which of the following is a rule for effective goal setting?

• Vague goals

• Athlete driven

• Unmeasurable goals

• Random goals

According to the text, what is the difference between process goals and outcome goals?

• Process goals focus on the steps to achieve a target, while outcome goals focus on the end result.

• Process goals and outcome goals are the same.

• Process goals focus on the end result, while outcome goals focus on the steps to achieve a target.

• Process goals are more important than outcome goals.

Fill in the blank: _______ goals include factors that are out of your control.

• Outcome

• Process

• Performance

• Personal

Goals should be:

• Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

• Vague, Unmeasurable, Unrealistic, Irrelevant, Open-ended

• Flexible, Broad, Unclear, Non-specific, Timeless

• General, Ambiguous, Unattainable, Unrelated, Endless

Explain the importance of recording your goals as mentioned in the 'Recorded' section.

• It helps in tracking progress and staying focused.

• It is a mandatory requirement.

• It is a waste of time.

• It is only for documentation purposes.

What are some serious problems people have with their motivation? How can you cure them?

• Lack of clear goals and setting achievable targets

• Procrastination and creating a structured schedule

• Negative mindset and practicing positive thinking

• All of the above