Motivation

Question 1

What types of motivation are there?

Answer 1

■ Intrinsic: from within. The satisfaction of successfully completing a task, pride, self satisfaction.
■ Extrinsic: from an outside source. Praise from the coach, other players, scouts.
■ Tangible: physical can be touched, e.g. trophies, certificates
■ Intangible: non-physical, e.g. praise, concern,
encouragement .

Question 2

Motivation

Answer 2

A drive to succeed

Question 3

Intrinsic vs Extrinsic motives

Answer 3

■ Extrinsic motives:
■ attract to the activity and provide early motivation.
■ If used too much may undermine value of the activity and therefore Intrinsic motivation, players compete just for the reward.
■ Extrinsic rewards may create pressure on players to achieve and if they don’t get the reward, motivation can be lost. The same pressure may also promote cheating
■ Intrinsic motives:
■ Intrinsic rewards are more effective, stronger and long lasting, they give more satisfaction and pride and a sense of control.

Question 4

What methods could be used by coaches to motivate performers

Answer 4

■ Rewards, praise and positive reinforcement
■ Make the task fun/enjoyable
■ Make sure the performer can succeed
■ Point out the benefits of exercise
■ Negative reinforcement (for experts)
■ Set attainable goals
■ Point out role models
■ Break the task down
■ Attribute success internally