Tag Archive: Sports Psychology

Sep 07

Coaching Psychology Bully Coaching

No one likes a bully. But even though we’ve all seen movie and television depictions of the coach from hell, it seems some real-life coaches may not realize they fit the profile. That is perhaps why many athletes face extra challenges. Athletes in Trouble A number of athletes are often seen complaining that they “hate …

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Sep 06

Positive Sports Coaching And A New Perspective

Sports memories can last a lifetime. Ask people to name a fond memory of  high school sports and many of them will talk about how they made their team proud, or how they found success in sports in some form or another. This of course means that coaching can have an influence on the lives …

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Aug 31

SDT-based Motivation For Sports

Self-determination theory happens to be one of the widely accepted motivation techniques and its application in sports can bring about dramatic results. According to this theory, a person’s motives can vary according to the level  they think they might achieve. If a person feels their ideas are self-initiated, they are more likely to find motivation …

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Aug 25

Sports Psychology Self-Determination Theory for Sports Motivation

Motivation is what determines behavior in most cases. It is an essential concept in sports. Motivation can be the one thing that allows athletes to rise to their true potential. Scientists have discovered how to apply the science of motivation in sports coaching. Self-Determination Theory or SDT Self-Determination Theory is the most widely tested approach …

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