Setting goals is not just a way of making sure you develop as a
runner. It also helps you to stay motivated. As you start
achieving your goals, you build your own motivation and your
running becomes more rewarding. Here are some basic pointers for
using goal-setting: - Setting a goal only works when you make it
specific and measurable. If you say you'll train in the
mornings, does that mean rainy ones too? - When choosing a goal
keep it challenging yet still achievable. Keep in mind that when
you start being your own trainer, the distinction between
optimistic and realistic tends to be a fine line! - Make the
plan to run on a regular basis. Achieving any goals will mean
you need some kind training plan, and for that you need to run
on a regular basis, say three times a week. Keeping a logbook is
a good way to stick to your training plan. - To start with,
train to cover a specific distance. Don't be too concerned with
your speed and just focus on covering a distance, such as ten
kilometers. - One of the most p