MOTIVATION AND PHYSICAL HEALTH

Motivation and Physical Health

Abstract

In this study we try to explore the concept of “Motivation and Physical Health” in a holistic context. The main focus of the research is on “Motivation and Physical Health” and its relation with “improvising individual lifestyle”. The research also analyzes many aspects of “Motivation and Physical Health” and tries to gauge its effect on “improving the performance and growth of individuals”. Finally the research describes various factors which are responsible for the relationship existing between “Motivation and Physical Health” and tries to describe the overall effect of “Motivation and Physical Health” on “humans and their lifestyle”

Table of Contents

Abstract2

Motivation and Physical Health4

Research Proposal Topic4

Significance of the Study4

Introduction4

Statement of the Problem5

Literature Review5

On The Determinants of Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation9

On the Determinants of Contextual Motivation12

Motivational Determinants at the Global Level14

Motivation Causes Outcomes15

Outcomes as a Function of the Various Types of Motivation15

Discussion16

Conclusion17

References18

Motivation and Physical Health

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle in these days of rapid growth and progression of industries around the globe has become a bone of contention for individuals, which has become the root cause of several diseases and problems that have become part of our daily routine (Mullins, 2005). Physical health is significantly important for us individuals in order to face the added pressures coming from the work environment and even at one's domicile or the vicinity that individuals live in. This paper shall help us identify and discuss key issues and concerns regarding the significance of “Motivation and Physical Health” in a holistic context and makes way for highlighting the relationship between motivation and physical health.

Research Proposal Topic

Our topic of discussion for this proposal shall be “Does a structured workout schedule increase a person's motivation to exercise?”

Significance of the Study

With analyzing the effects of a structured, patent and patterned workout, we shall be able to identify the level of motivation on a person's health that is availing the facilities at a gym or any workout session.

Introduction

Motivation represents one of the most important variables in sport. In fact, coaches and athletes agree that motivation is one of the key elements that will facilitate not only performance but also a positive experience in the sport area. But what is motivation? More specifically, what are intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation? Why do certain athletes seem more motivated than others? Does motivation matter with respect to outcomes? If so, how can coaches and other practitioner's best facilitate athletes' motivation? The purpose of this article is to deal with these questions and, thus, to provide a better understanding of the nature and functions of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in sport (Burnes, 2000).

Statement of the Problem

For this paper, understanding the implications of a structured workout plan is important since individuals need to maintain a stronger motivation sense when it comes to losing weight and framing a healthy lifestyle.

Literature Review

Being motivated or having the ability to motivate others can be seen as one key to success in sport and exercise. Identifying what motivates us and how to sustain that motivation ...