Motivation

Question 1

What is motivation in the context of sport psychology?

Answer 1

Motivation can be defined as the direction and intensity of one’s efforts.

Question 2

How can motivation be further understood in simple terms?

Answer 2

In other words, motivation is how much you want something.

Question 3

What are the three main parts of the motivation continuum?

Answer 3

The three main parts of the motivation continuum are amotivation, extrinsic motivation, and intrinsic motivation.

Question 4

What is amotivation?

Answer 4

Amotivation is a complete lack of motivation.

Question 5

What is extrinsic motivation?

Answer 5

Extrinsic motivation is being motivated by external factors, such as rewards, punishments, or outcomes.

Question 6

What is intrinsic motivation?

Answer 6

Intrinsic motivation is being motivated by the inherent interest or enjoyment of participating.

Question 7

What are the two key principles of motivation?

Answer 7

“You’re more likely to engage in behaviors for which you feel intrinsically motivated.”
“Intrinsic motivation comes from within; it can’t be given to someone.”