core 2 - motivation

Question 1

what is motivation

Answer 1

an internal state that activates, directs and sustains behaviour towards achieving a particular goal

Question 2

whats positive motivation

Answer 2

When an athletes desire to succeed is derived from them wanting to achieve a good outcome

Question 3

examples of positive motivation

Answer 3

Financial rewards
Representative team selection
Desire to win gold medal or grand final
Adoration of fans
A renewed and improved contract
Competitive desire to beat all others and win for personal satisfaction
A drive to achieve a personal best and fulfil their potential

Question 4

whats negative motivation

Answer 4

Characterised by an improvement in performance out of fear of the consequences of not performing to expectations (e.g. embarrassment, fear, humiliation)

Question 5

Motivating an athlete to perform well because they expect to be punished can result in

Answer 5

indecision
Lack of creativity
Fear of risk taking
Susceptibility to ‘choking’ - when an athlete gets to a high level and then cant improve anymore

Question 6

intrinsic motivation

Answer 6

comes from within the athlete

Question 7

extrinsic motivation

Answer 7

comes from external forces