Goal Setting for Young Athletes
Goal Setting for Young Athletes
By The Foundation for Global Sports Development, January 2014
Here we find ourselves again, welcoming a new year and all it will bring into our lives. About 45% of Americans take this opportunity to set the tone for the rest of the year by making New Year’s resolutions; whereas, 38% of Americans never set specific goals for the New Year. It’s easy to see why so many people opt out of making resolutions, because only 8% of people actually achieve their goal. As with most ventures, solid preparation in setting goals and resolutions will help people follow through on their goals.
This time presents an excellent opportunity to teach young athletes about goal setting. The process of setting goals guides athletes to understand their current level of skill and achievement and their ability to progress. Establishing goals may seem simple, but to do so effectively requires an understanding of the types of goals, especially related to athletics, and the process to set, monitor, and accomplish an objective.
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This time presents an excellent opportunity to teach young athletes about goal setting. The process of setting goals guides athletes to understand their current level of skill and achievement and their ability to progress. Establishing goals may seem simple, but to do so effectively requires an understanding of the types of goals, especially related to athletics, and the process to set, monitor, and accomplish an objective.
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