Understanding Motivation and Goal-Setting

What is intrinsic motivation?

• Intrinsic motivation is the drive to do something because it is inherently interesting or enjoyable.

• The motivation to avoid tasks that are boring or difficult.

• The drive to do something for external rewards or recognition.

• A type of motivation that relies on peer pressure.

What is extrinsic motivation?

• Extrinsic motivation is the motivation to engage in an activity due to external rewards or pressures.

• Incentives that come from within oneself

• A type of motivation that is always positive

• Motivation driven by personal satisfaction

Provide an example of intrinsic motivation in sports.

• A swimmer who trains solely to win medals in competitions.

• A basketball player who plays only for the fame and recognition.

• A cyclist who rides to impress others rather than for personal enjoyment.

• A runner who enjoys the feeling of running and seeks personal bests without concern for competition.

Provide an example of extrinsic motivation in sports.

• Training harder to improve personal skills.

• Enjoying the game for fun and exercise.

• Winning a trophy or cash prize for performance in a tournament.

• Receiving praise from coaches and teammates.

How does intrinsic motivation affect performance in physical activities?

• Intrinsic motivation only benefits team sports, not individual activities.

• Intrinsic motivation leads to decreased performance due to distractions.

• Intrinsic motivation positively affects performance by increasing engagement, persistence, and satisfaction in physical activities.

• Intrinsic motivation has no impact on physical activity outcomes.

How does extrinsic motivation affect performance in physical activities?

• Extrinsic motivation has no impact on performance in physical activities.

• Extrinsic motivation decreases effort and focus during physical activities.

• Extrinsic motivation can enhance performance by providing external incentives that encourage greater effort and focus.

• Extrinsic motivation only benefits mental performance, not physical performance.

What does the 'S' in SMARTER goal-setting stand for?

• Sustainable

• Specific

• Simple

• Strategic

Explain the importance of making goals 'Measurable' in the SMARTER framework.

• Measurable goals are only necessary for long-term planning.

• Measurable goals should be vague to allow flexibility.

• Measurable goals are irrelevant to team dynamics.

• Measurable goals enable tracking progress and evaluating success, ensuring clarity and accountability.

How can goal-setting help in managing anxiety during physical activities?

• Setting goals distracts from the activity itself.

• Goal-setting helps manage anxiety by providing focus, structure, and a sense of accomplishment.

• Goal-setting has no impact on anxiety levels.

• Goal-setting increases physical discomfort during activities.

Suggest a SMARTER goal for improving a specific physical skill.

• Run a 5K in under 25 minutes within 3 months.

• Complete a marathon in under 4 hours within 6 months.

• Do 50 push-ups in a row by next week.

• Swim 100 meters without stopping in 2 weeks.