Question

question 8 (multiple choice worth 5 points)
(02.05 mc)

which of the following shows the best example of a smart fitness goal?

i will be able to run two miles by improving my cardiovascular fitness.

i will be able to do a split and hold it for 30 seconds by march 31st.

i will be able to do 20 push - ups by june 1st by doing upper body workouts.

i will be able to do the same amount of jumping jacks i can do now in three weeks.

Explanation:

SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time - bound.

• The first option “I will be able to run two miles by improving my cardiovascular fitness” is not specific enough about the time frame.
• The second option “I will be able to do a split and hold it for 30 seconds by March 31st” is specific (doing a split and holding for 30 seconds), measurable (30 seconds), achievable (assuming proper training), relevant (a fitness - related flexibility goal), and time - bound (by March 31st).
• The third option “I will be able to do 20 push - ups by June 1st by doing upper body workouts” is missing a clear measure of how the progress towards 20 push - ups will be tracked in terms of the workouts (e.g., how many sets, reps in each workout session).
• The fourth option “I will be able to do the same amount of jumping jacks I can do now in three weeks” is not an improving or challenging goal as it just maintains the current level.

Answer:

B. I will be able to do a split and hold it for 30 seconds by March 31st.