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Quick questions on Motivation in sport: O-Level Exercise and Sports Science
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What is intrinsic motivation?Show answer
Intrinsic motivation comes from within the performer. It is the drive to take part for the enjoyment, satisfaction, pride and sense of achievement the activity itself gives. An athlete who trains because they love improving and enjoy the game is intrinsically motivated. This kind of motivation tends to be long-lasting, because it does not depend on outside rewards.
What is extrinsic motivation?Show answer
Extrinsic motivation comes from outside the performer. It is the drive to take part for an external reward, which may be:
What is balancing the two?Show answer
The key coaching point is balance. Extrinsic rewards motivate quickly but, if overused, can undermine intrinsic motivation, so the athlete takes part only for the reward and loses interest when it stops. The best approach uses extrinsic rewards carefully while building intrinsic motivation through enjoyable sessions, personal goals and praise for effort and improvement.
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