Component 3 - Learning Aim D

What is the acronym used when referring to personal goals?

• I.N.T.E.L.L.I.G.E.N.C.E

• S.M.A.R.T

• S.M.A.R.T.E.R

• S.M.A.R.T.E.S.T

Circle the correct option to show whether the statement shown below is true or false. There are 2 types of motivations a person can have.

• True

• False

Describe three reasons why it is important to have an aim in sport.

Name one benefit of setting a goal when forming a training programme.

• Improves focus and direction

• Increases risk of injury

• Decreases motivation

• No significant benefits

Define motivation.

Define intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and the difference between them.

• Intrinsic motivation comes from within, driving people to perform tasks for their own satisfaction, while extrinsic motivation involves external rewards or pressures.

• Intrinsic motivation is based on external rewards, and extrinsic motivation comes from personal satisfaction.

• There is no significant difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

• Both intrinsic and extrinsic motivations are external factors that influence a person's behavior.

Describe four benefits of motivation on the sports performer.

Explain the personal factors Alessia would have to consider when designing a fitness training programme, given that she is getting back into weight training following a lengthy knee injury and is a footballer who goes to school Monday to Friday, with training sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

State one way Alessia can boost her motivation.

• Setting realistic goals

• Taking regular breaks

• Rewarding herself for achievements

• All of the above

Explain the benefits motivation can have on an athlete. (Note: Only award three marks if three different benefits are explained)