4 OKR examples for Running

Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Running to help you. You can look at any of the templates below to get some inspiration for your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read more about the OKR meaning online.

Best practices for OKR

Your objectives should be ambitious, but achievable. Your key results should be measurable and time-bound. It can also be helfpul to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Building your own OKRs with AI

While we have some examples below, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. There are 2 options available to you.

- Use our free OKRs generator
- Use Tability, a complete platform to set and track OKRs and initiatives – including a GPT-4 powered goal generator

How to track OKRs

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework.

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.

We recommend Tability for an easy way to set and track OKRs with your team.

Check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

Running OKRs templates

The examples have Running Objectives and Key Results, but they may also include the tasks that can help you get there.

OKRs to become better at running

  • ObjectiveImprove Long Distance Running Performance
  • Key ResultIncrease endurance by running 4 times per week
  • Key ResultIncrease speed by completing interval training sessions twice per week
  • Key ResultImprove 5K race time by 20%
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OKRs to keep a long-running project on track

  • ObjectiveThe ACH Payment project is on track for next quarter
  • Key ResultWe have achieve our 4 main development milestones
  • TaskMilestone 1: UX Design completed
  • TaskMilestone 4: We have enrolled 10 beta customers on ACH
  • TaskMilestone 2: Backend API is functional and tested
  • TaskMilestone 3: ACH payment is wired to the UI (internal)
  • Key ResultWe have completed 25 transactions on the internal beta
  • Key ResultWe have completed 20 UX testing sessions

OKRs to improve team effectiveness in running operations

  • ObjectiveImprove team effectiveness in running operations
  • Key ResultEnhance team efficiency by reducing average response time to customer inquiries by 25%
  • TaskStreamline internal processes and workflows to minimize response time and avoid unnecessary delays
  • TaskImplement automated email templates for quick and standardized responses to customer inquiries
  • TaskProvide regular training sessions on effective communication and problem-solving techniques
  • TaskImplement a ticketing system to track and prioritize customer inquiries for faster resolution
  • Key ResultIncrease team productivity by 15% through improved task management and delegation
  • TaskDefine clear goals and deadlines for each team member to improve task prioritization
  • TaskConduct regular feedback sessions to address challenges and provide support in task management
  • TaskProvide training on effective delegation strategies to enhance productivity within the team
  • TaskImplement a centralized task management system for better tracking and collaboration
  • Key ResultImprove team collaboration by achieving a 30% increase in cross-functional communication and information sharing
  • TaskProvide training sessions on effective communication and active listening skills for team members
  • TaskEncourage knowledge sharing and collaboration through a central online platform or shared documents
  • TaskFacilitate cross-functional team building activities to strengthen relationships and promote communication
  • TaskImplement regular team meetings to discuss projects, share updates, and address challenges
  • Key ResultReduce operational errors by 20% through enhanced documentation and quality control

OKRs to be on track for a long-running project

  • ObjectiveBe on track to deliver <project> next quarter
  • Key Result100% of the core features have been delivered
  • TaskShip <feature 2>
  • TaskShip <feature 1>
  • TaskIdentify all core features
  • Key ResultRun 20 UX tests session on <project>
  • TaskAnalyze feedback and identify opportunities
  • TaskCreate the UX test script
  • Key Result50 people are actively using the beta every week

More OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

OKRs resources

Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.