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 …
Tag Archive: Sports Psychology
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 …
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 …


