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WorksheetsUnderstanding Motivation and Goal-Setting
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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.
