'Get fitter' or 'lose weight' are vague intentions that produce inconsistent action. Specific goals — squat 1.5x bodyweight, run 10K under 50 minutes, complete a specific event — drive better training because the path is clearer.
What good goals look like
Specific. Measurable. Time-bound (6-12 months). Stretching but achievable. Have meaning beyond just numbers.
Set 2-3 specific goals annually. Review quarterly. Adjust as needed. Most lifters with specific goals progress faster than those with vague intentions.