When participating in a fitness program, it is important to help participants set SMART goals for themselves. What do the letters in SMART stand for?
A)Specific, Moderate, Appropriate, Redundant, Targeted
B)Selective, Moderate, Accessible, Renewable, Targeted
C)Selective, Minimal, Appropriate, Repetitive, Time-tested
D)Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound

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The acronym SMART stands for Specific, Measureable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-bound, all which are key components of an effective goal. The first time this acronym appeared in print was in public use was in the early 1980s when it appeared in an issue of the journal Management Review. One of the most important elements of setting an achievable goal is to ensure that the goal is time-constrained. A goal without a deadline is a pipe-dream, not a goal.

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