Let me compare the coaching SMART objectives with a sport challenge.

3 months ago a client decided to enhance his sport ability thereby complementing his professional objectives.

In June he signed up for a 10 km race. His "big picture" was this race. He wanted to be ready.

What was important for him?

His real motivation: Kicking off a sport he could continue considering to his age while improving physical fitness

The “hidden objective”: make up the difficulty encountered last year to run the same race

Was the objective Specific?

The frame given was specific: a 10 km race

Was it Measurable?

The objective was 10 km with intermediary goals: 3 times a week, 4km, 5 km, 1 hour, 8 km…

Was the objective Achievable?

A race after 3-month training seemed to be achievable comparing to his last trials.

Was the objective Reachable?

His objective was linked with a deep motivation and with a desire of challenge.

Is the objective Time-bound?

The time frame was reasonable without stress. The period let a place for progressive efforts.

Checking the 6 SMART requirements to root the changes

Scanning the motivation to support efforts

Adding a positive environment to keep focus

Mixing to obtain achieved goals and a huge self-satisfaction..step by step!

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