Motivation and Arousal Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two forms of motivation? Give examples
A
Intrinsic motivation - our will to succeed
Extrinsic motivation - comes from outside of us, such as praise and awards
2
Q
What does SMARTER stand for?
A
Specific Measurable Agreed Realistic Time-phased Exciting Recorded
3
Q
How does setting goals help your training?
A
Motivates you to work hard
Helps prepare you to perform and know what you want to achieve
Makes you feel in control and less worried about a performance
Gives you confidence when you achieve a goal
4
Q
What does the inverted U theory say?
A
Arousal improves performance up to an optimum point, after which it deteriorates with increases in arousal
5
Q
Why should goals be measurable?
A
So you can see when you achieve your goal or see how close to it you are
