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How we can influence athlete's motivation

Publication at Faculty of Physical Education and Sport |
2012

Abstract

This paper deals with the actual topic from sport setting which is motivation. Paper describes the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) which gives us the answer to the question of how a coach can encourage athletes' intrinsic motivation.

Based on the similarity of the main principles of SDT with the main priciples of Video Interaction Guidance (VIG, VTI) we can see the possibility use VIG method to develop desired interpersonal style (autonomy-supportive) for sport coaches.