1. Motivation and Mental Preparation MENTAL PREPARATION The right frame of mind is required in a competition or a game situation A performer will then become more confident Top performers spend a great deal of time on preparation. This may include: RELAXATION MENTAL REHEARSAL FOCUSING

2. WHAT IS MOTIVATION? MOTIVATION IS THE DESIRE TO PERFORM WELL There are many different reasons why people are motivated to do well in particular activities. There are two forms of Motivation. INTRINSIC MOTIVATION - comes from inside the participant EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION - comes from the outside, the result of some external influence. Money, trophies, medals, fame etc…..

3. AROUSAL Motivation is also an effective way of stimulating the level of arousal or state of readiness in a performer. A team captain may be a good example when he/she is ‘psyching their team up before a game’ 0VER - AROUSAL Some performers can get aroused very easily this can case problems, and effect their performance

4. Over arousal - Tyson V Holyfield, the infamous ear biting incident

5. GOAL SETTING Is a process where achievable goals are set by either yourself or a teacher to help to improve your performance Setting achievable goals or targets can help to increase motivation Goal setting can also reduce the level of anxiety about performance SMARTER Goals should be set bearing in mind the SMARTER principles

6. S Specific - a specific goal, not a vague desire to improve M Measurable - there is standard to measure progress against A Accepted - the goal is agreed by both the performer and the coach R Realistic - it is possible to achieve T Time related - a specific time period gives the goal added focus E Exciting - motivating and interesting R Recorded - you can see what you have achieved and chart your progress

7. TYPES OF GOAL There are two main types of goals in goal setting PROCESS GOALS Usually connected with improvements in technique or tactics. TARGET GOALS Identify specific targets in overall performance, such as improving a personal best.. They can also be known as outcome goals.