Jason needs to train specifically for running. His goal is to make the cross-country team next year. He knows there is little be
nefit in shooting a basketball every day in order to improve his running. Running and lifting weights for muscular endurance will help more than basketball. What principle of training is Jason applying by focusing on running and explain why it is the correct answer?
Every goal should have a target date so that you have something to aim toward and a deadline to focus on. This portion of the SMART goal criterion keeps your daily duties from taking precedence over your long-term objectives.
