Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Physical Education (1PE0) · Spec C2 2.2.1, C2 2.2.2, C2 2.2.3 and C2 2.4.1
Goal setting and mental preparation
Read the notes, then try the questions. Each one is marked the moment you press Check, and shows the right answer and why.
Key ideas
- Goal setting gives a performer motivation, focus and helps them keep to training (adherence).
- In 1PE0, SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound.
- A target should be reviewed. If a performer meets it easily, it can be raised to keep them challenged.
- Mental rehearsal is picturing a skill being done well before you perform it. Imagery uses pictures, sounds and feelings in the mind.
Key terms
- SMART
- Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound.
- Measurable
- Success can be judged by a number, such as a time.
- Time-bound
- The target has a deadline.
- Mental rehearsal
- Going through a skill in your head before you do it.
- Imagery
- Using pictures, sounds and feelings in the mind to prepare.
Common mistakes
- Using the wrong words for SMART. Use the 1PE0 words: A is Achievable, R is Realistic and T is Time-bound.
- Writing SMART as a list of definitions rather than applying it to the performer's own target.
- Thinking mental rehearsal means physical practice in the gym.
Exam tip
Apply each SMART word to the performer's target with a number or date, such as 'swim 200 m in under 2 minutes 40 seconds by June' (measurable and time-bound). Do not just define the letters.
Free practice questions
7 questions, 11 marks. Answer, then press Check. The marking guide explains how the marks are worked out. Nothing is saved.
- Question 1 · Multiple choice[1 mark]
Which 1PE0 SMART word means a target has a deadline?
- Question 2 · Multiple choice[1 mark]
Dina is a 16-year-old swimmer. Which target for her is measurable?
- Question 3 · Multiple choice[1 mark]
Leo, 14, meets his football target easily. Why should his coach review it?
- Question 4 · Matching[5 marks]
Match each 1PE0 SMART letter to its word.
- Question 5 · Multiple choice[1 mark]
What is the main purpose of mental rehearsal?
- Question 6 · Multiple choice[1 mark]
Which is a mental rehearsal technique?
- Question 7 · Fill the gaps[1 mark]
Picturing a skill in your mind before you perform it is called mental ___.
Word bank: relaxation · repetition · reaction · rehearsal