FAP C.Q.2

Question 1

Define intrinsic motivation

Answer 1

An athletes internal desire to do well

Question 2

Explain intrinsic motivation

Answer 2

*self propelling force fueled by enjoyment and interest in activity
*wanting to consistently perform at PB drives motivation

Question 3

Example intrinsic motivation

Answer 3

Desiring to play at high level of competition

Question 4

Define extrinsic motivation

Answer 4

Internal state modified by sources outside a person

Question 5

Explain extrinsic motivation

Answer 5

*performing for external reinforcement
*unsustainable, athlete should have pride in performance driving by intrinsic sources

Question 6

Example extrinsic motivation

Answer 6

Trophies, praise

Question 7

Define negative motivation

Answer 7

Improvements made out of fear of not reaching expectations

Question 8

Explain negative motivation

Answer 8

*unsustainable
*discourages risk taking and creativity
*enhances anxiety
*causes loss of confidence

Question 9

Example negative motivation

Answer 9

Training out of fear of bench

Question 10

Define positive motivation

Answer 10

Motivation driven by interest and enjoyment of activity

Question 11

Explain positive motivation

Answer 11

*involves praise, reward and recognition
*can be internal (self-reinforcement)
*can be external (peers, fans, coaches)

Question 12

Example positive motivation

Answer 12

Incentive for performances (selection in state team)

Question 13

Define optimum arousal

Answer 13

Readiness or excitation to perform

Question 14

Explain optimum arousal

Answer 14

*release of adrenaline causing increase in Hr and BP
*under arousal = disinterest or lethargy
*over arousal = poor skill execution and skill making ability
*inverted U hypothesis explains relationship between arousal and performance
*fine motor skills need lower arousal levels than gross motor skills

Question 15

Example optimum arousal

Answer 15

Golf (lower arousal) v waterpolo (higher arousal)

Question 16

Define state anxiety

Answer 16

Heightened emotions in response to a specific event

Question 17

Explain state anxiety

Answer 17

*display nervousness, shaking or sweating
*important sporting events (Olympics, GF)
*situations within sporting events (penalties)

Question 18

Define trait anxiety

Answer 18

General level of stress

Question 19

Explain trait anxiety

Answer 19

*genetic disposition = increased nervousness or anxiousness
*high state anxiety = heightened apprehension

Question 20

What is the acronym for psychological strategies?

Answer 20

MR Good Cop

Question 21

What does MR Good Cop stand for?

Answer 21

Mental Rehearsal / visualisation
Relaxation techniques
Goal setting
Concentration / attentional skills

Question 22

Define mental rehearsal / visualisation

Answer 22

Imagining a skilled performance with good physical practice

Question 23

Explain mental rehearsal / visualisation

Answer 23

*includes surrounding activity (crowd noise, weather conditions)
*works best in constant environment (penalties)
*effective MR involves: one or more rehearsals, narrowing thoughts to exclude distractions and seeing a successful performance

Question 24

Define relaxation techniques

Answer 24

Strategies to calm and lower arousal levels

Question 25

Explain relaxation techniques

Answer 25

*body responds by lowering breathing rate, HR and BP *allows higher focus and greater movement control

Question 26

Example relaxation techniques

Answer 26

Centred breathing (in through nose, out through mouth). Clears mind to relax and focus

Question 27

Define goal setting

Answer 27

Provides meditation, commitment and direction

Question 28

Explain goal setting

Answer 28

*long and short term goals means motivation to strive for them *can be technical, tactical, psychological or physiological *use SMARTER so goals are effective

Question 29

What does SMARTER stand for

Answer 29

Specific Measurable Accepted Realistic Time Evaluate Recorded

Question 30

Define concentration / attentional skills

Answer 30

Ability to focus on relevant cues

Question 31

Explain concentration / attentional skills

Answer 31

*improves by blocking out distractions and positive self talk *external (crowd noise) *internal (anger at ref) *strategies include cues, set routines, distraction training and positive self talk

Question 32

Example concentration / attentional skills

Answer 32

“I can do this” before batting (cricket)