SMART Targets in Sport (AQA GCSE Physical Education (PE))

S

Specific

Targets state exactly what needs to be achieved

E.g. the muscles that need to be strengthened, or the skill that needs to be improved

M

Measurable

It needs to be clear when a target has been achieved

E.g. completing a distance race in a particular time, or lifting a particular weight

A

Accepted

The target is agreed between all of the individuals involved in training

E.g. the coach and the performer agree on a target together

R

Realistic

The target should be achievable for the individual performer in their specific circumstances

E.g. the performer has the ability, and the training facilities are available

T

Time-bound

The target will be met within a given time period

E.g. a performer will aim to enter a specific race in a given year