Motivation

• Motivation is the internal mechanisms and external stimuli that arouse and direct behaviour.
• Intrinsic motivation is the internal drive to participate or to perform well.
• Intrinsic motivation is the pursuit of activity for its own sake.
• Intrinsic motivation is taking part for: fun; enjoyment; self-satisfaction that can be felt through taking part in sporting activity and learning new skills; and a sense of pride.
• Extrinsic motivation is the external factors that influence our drive to participate.
• Extrinsic motivation is the pursuit of an activity for some form of reward or recognition. Either taking part for tangible rewards or intangible rewards.
• Tangible rewards are physical rewards such as medals, money, and trophies.
• Intangible rewards such as wanting praise from peers giving social approval, and gaining recognition for beating a world record.
• An advantage of intrinsic motivation is it is longer lasting.
• A disadvantage of extrinsic motivation is if performers don't recieve a reward this can be demotivating and cause drop out.
• An advantage of extrinsic motivation is it can enhance intrinsic motives if a reward oushes their enjoyment.
• A motivational strategy is varied and fun activities.
• A motivational strategy is positive reinforcement.
• A motivational strategy is negative reinforcement.
• A motivational strategy is providing extrinsic rewards.
• A motivational strategy is promoting self satisfaction and instrinsic motivation.
• A motivational strategy is educating, informing and highlighting positive health benefits.
• A motivational strategy is creating SMART goals to allow success.
• A motivational strategy is peer pressure may motivate.
• A motivational strategy is punishment for dysfunctional behaviour.
• A motivational strategy is influence by significant others or role models.
• A motivational strategy is taster sessions to encourage participation.
• A motivational strategy is social experience.
• A motivational strategy is seeing skill and fitness progress.