Desired Future And Running Goals

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Questions: 10 | Attempts: 168 | Updated: Mar 22, 2023

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This short quiz of ten questions provides insights into your reasons for running and your run goal setting.

The quiz explores a range of success factors which help people achieve sustained running success.

Questions and Answers

1.

I am clear on why I run.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
When we understand our reasons for running we improve our chances of success. Goal setting and motivation improves when we understand why.

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2.

I understand how running helps me in the rest of my life.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Connecting the benefits of running helps set priorities and enables us to run through the tough times.

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3.

I have a vision of what running will do for me in 10 years time.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Some days we are too busy or just don't feel like it. When we are clear on what running does for us it is easier to keep going. Imagine being fit to enjoy your children's graduation or your life in retirement as ways of focusing on the future and the benefits of running.

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4.

I have a "big" run goal for next year (i.e. the 12 months after this 12 months).
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Experience shows that a series of "timeline" goals increases motivation and helps sustained fitness. Connecting current year activity with the goals of next year helps with planning, training and making health and fitness a consistent part of your life.

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5.

I have several run goals for the next 12 months.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Linking smaller goals to a bigger goal is a great way to focus training and motivation.

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6.

I am currently training for a run goal.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Focus comes from short term goals that are linked to our milestones and long term desired future. When we have a "next" event it is easier to keep in shape through a healthy diet, cross training and run training.

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7.

My run goal is an event.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
There are many types of running goals but there is something special about the focus and commitment that comes from the fixed date and distance of an event.

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8.

My run goals include more than just a time goal.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The old saying about putting all your eggs in one basket applies to most of us when it comes to running. Consider the following seven goals and pick the ones that matter to you.

• Fitness - Improving your fitness and health.
• Fun - Enjoyment and entertainment.
• Friendship - Social and relationship.
• Find - Personal development, challenge and discovery.
• Focus - Time to think, relax and meditate.
• Fund - Supporting a cause with fundraising and promotion.
• Fast or finish - A time goal or to finish.

You may also have other reasons not included above.

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9.

I share my run goals with other people.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Sharing your goals and progress has a number of advantages. For many of us the public declaration adds to motivation and makes us more determined to succeed. More than this sharing your goals often attracts encouragement, support and assistance.

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10.

I blog, Tweet, Facebook, diary or somehow share my progress towards my run goals.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This is an extension of sharing your run goals with others. It enables you to engage with other people and opens you to the options of mutual support. As well as receiving encouragement from others it helps with motivation and discipline. You need to do the work to be able to share about it.

When you share your progress you create a support network and a mode of problem solving.

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Desired Future And Running Goals

I am clear on why I run.

I understand how running helps me in the rest of my life.

I have a vision of what running will do for me in 10 years time.

I have a "big" run goal for next year (i.e. the 12 months after this 12 months).

I have several run goals for the next 12 months.

I am currently training for a run goal.

My run goal is an event.

My run goals include more than just a time goal.

I share my run goals with other people.

I blog, Tweet, Facebook, diary or somehow share my progress towards my run goals.