3.4 Motivation Flashcards
Motivation
Something inside each of us drives us to pursue something we see as desirable to have or achieve or drives us to achieve. That something is motivation
For many it can be transitory force (only there sometimes) and for others it is a life long fire burning within them
Can be a positive or negative force
Motivation Definition
Motivation is an internal energy force that determines all aspects of our behaviour it also impacts how we think feel and interact with others
Self Determination Theory
Self determination has to do with the degree to which your behaviours are chosen and self initiated
SDT had 3 innate needs that if met allow optimal function and growth
1) competence (seek to control the outcome and experience mastery)
2) relatedness (the universal want to interact be connect to and experience others)
3) autonomy (the universal urge to be causal agents of one’s own life and act in harmony with one’s integrated self
Positive motivation
Positive motivation induces people to do work in the best possible manner and to improve their performance
This type of motivation should be provided after the individual has displayed the desired behaviour
Striving for a PB in performance is a positive reinforcer that all athletes can achieve
PM enhances intrinsic motivation
Positive motivation examples
Social reinforces - praise, smiles
Material reinforces - trophies, medals, ribbons
Activity reinforces - playing a game rather than drills, different position
Special outings - pre game, team party
Negative motivation
Aims at controlling the negative efforts of the activity and seeks to create a sense of fear for the athlete which they have to suffer for lack of good performance
It is based on the concept that If an athlete fails in achieving the desired results they should be punished
Negative motivation example
Push up after mistake
Demotion to lower grade
Can be effective in the short term but typically backfire
Intrinsic Motivation
Is derived internally or intrinsically self motivated
Satisfaction from doing something well, feeling proud about what you have achieved and enjoying the activity for what it is
Flow state - the highest level of intrinsic motivation. Complete immersion in an activity
Extrinsic motivation
Externally driven
In the form of reward of recognition
Tangible extrinsic awards - are rewards which can be measured or are definite such as money and medals
Intangible extrinsic awards - are unquantifiable such as tv interviews and support from fans
Amotivation
Represents a lack of intention to engage in behaviour
It is accompanied by feelings of incompetence and a lack of connection between one’s behaviour and expected outcome
The athlete is neither intrinsically or extrinsically motivated and thus has feelings of incompetence and lack of control
Motivational techniques for coach and athletes
Goal setting
Extrinsic rewards
Motivational music
Positive self talk
1) TRF
2) mood related self talk
3) positive self affirmation statement
