Question

A person currently runs a mile in 15 minutes and wants to improve that time.

What is an appropriate short-term goal for that person ?

A. To run two miles in 30 minutes within 12 months

B. To run in a marathon scheduled for next year

C. To run a mile in 12 minutes by the end of the month

D. To join the Olympic track team

Answer 1

The most appropriate short-term goal is to run a mile in 12 minutes. This goal is achievable with work, and has a specific, readily approaching deadline.