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In this solo episode I go through some of the basic assumptions of motivation within sport and a sport coach's role, through a self-determination theory lens. Questions explored include who's responsible for motivating athletes, why amounts of motivation are just part of the equation, and what the relationship is between an athlete's motivational orientation and the environmental supports they receive (or not) for their basic psychological needs.

Keywords:

self-determination theory, coaching, athlete motivation, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, psychological needs, coaching strategies, sports psychology, motivation types, athlete development

Takeaways:

• The primary role of a coach is to create an environment for self-motivation.
• Motivation is not a one-dimensional concept; it exists on a spectrum.
• Intrinsic motivation is the highest form of self-determined motivation.
• Athletes are motivated by various types of motivation, not just intrinsic.
• Understanding psychological needs is crucial for fostering motivation.
• Coaches should focus on long-term motivation rather than short-term results.
• The environment plays a significant role in athlete motivation.
• Autonomy, competence, and relatedness supports affect motivation orientation.
• Self-determination theory provides a framework for understanding motivation.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Self-Determination Theory in Coaching

02:22 The Role of the Coach in Motivation

04:46 Understanding Types of Motivation

07:10 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

09:28 The Spectrum of Motivation Types

12:00 The Importance of Psychological Needs

14:45 The Interplay of Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness

17:07 Long-Term vs. Short-Term Motivation

19:52 Conclusion and Reflection on Coaching Practices

If you enjoy this episode, I recommend checking out these previous ones too:

Autonomy supportive coaching 101

Myths of motivating athletes - Guest appearance on Rugby Coach Weekly

The hidden dimension of motivational coach behaviour

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