I have a somewhat similar method I use, but instead of focusing on a specific word count (something, that for whatever reason, turns me into an obsessive fiend) I shoot for 20 minutes.
I have a somewhat similar method I use, but instead of focusing on a specific word count (something, that for whatever reason, turns me into an obsessive fiend) I shoot for 20 minutes. I set a timer and just write for that period of time. I find it’s enough time to get some words out–usually approximately 350, if you can believe it–and when I’m done, I usually want to keep going.