SMART Goal Quiz Part 1

With your group, select the word represented by each SMART letter

S
Standard
Specific
Special

M
Measurable
Meaningful
Marketable

A
Attitudinal
Achievable
Appropriate

R
Repeatabl
e Reliable
Relevant

T
Total
Timely
Terrifying

Sandy Goodman, NCTN, 7/30/13

 SMART Goal Quiz Part 2
Which of the following statement is the best example of a Specific outcome?

a) I will get in shape.

b) I will increase my physical strength and stamina by meeting with a trainer to establish a weight lifting
routine I can do at home.
c) I will get stronger by lifting weights.

Which of the following statement is the best example of a Measurable outcome?

a) I will know I have reached this goal when I can maintain a regular exercise program 3 times a week for
40 minutes per session, using 8 lb weights.
b) I will know I have reached this goal when I am stronger and have more stamina.
c) I will know I have reached this goal when I don’t have to exercise anymore.

Which of the following is the best example of an Achievable goal statement?

a) I will be able to achieve this goal because my doctor has convinced me that I’ll be dead next year if I
don’t do it.
b) I will be able to achieve this goal because my kids are athletes and when they get home from practice in
the afternoons they’re going to help me with my work out.
c) Achieving this goal is realistic because I will follow guidelines established by a trainer for my age, size,
and current physical condition. I have free weights at home and a comfortable area where I can
exercise.

Which of the following is the best example of a Relevant goal statement?

a) This goal is relevant to my life because I’m committed to remaining in good health as I age and avoid
diseases like osteoporosis.
b) This goal is relevant because I can listen to music while I work out.
c) This goal is relevant because everyone else in my family is athletic.

Which of the following is the best example of a specific Time frame?

a) By the end of 6 months I will be comfortable sustaining a 40‐minute workout, 3 times per week (or
more), using 8 lb weights.
b) Before I die, I’ll be in better shape.
c) In 6 months from now I will continue to work out regularly as much as I can.