27/08/2026
Mental Fitness Toolkit | Series 02: Goal Setting
I’ve struggled in the past because my goals were too vague
“I want to run faster”
“I want to try something new”
“I want to surf more”
Intentions like these are a good starting point, but they don’t tell us what action to take next
One of the most effective psychological skills used by athletes is goal setting
Not because goals magically create success, but because they provide direction, focus, and motivation
Research consistently shows that goals are most effective when they are specific and linked to behaviours we can control
Instead of focusing only on outcomes, try identifying the process that will help you get there
Outcome Goal:
Run a half marathon
Process Goal:
Run three times per week
Small actions repeated consistently often outperform bursts of motivation
This week, ask yourself:
What is one goal I’m working towards?
And what is the next small action I can take?
Keen to hear your answer below
