ADVANCES in MOTIVATION in SPORT and EXERCISE

• Other Authors: Roberts, Glyn C. (Editor), Treasure, Darren C. 1965-
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Champaign, IL Human Kinetics 2012
• Edition: 3rd ed
• Subjects: Motivation > psychology; Physical Fitness > psychology; Exercise > psychology; Sports > psychology
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 Advances in Motivation in Sport and Exercise, Third Edition, presents the most current information in sport and exercise motivation, including discussion of new research surrounding self-determination theory and goal achievement theory, traditional topics of goal setting and self-efficacy, and newer areas of attention such as passion and perfectionism. Readers not only will gain knowledge in one of the leading areas of sport psychology research but also learn how the research can inform their current practice. This edition offers sport and exercise psychology researchers and students a review of the state of research in motivation. The text chronicles the growth of motivation research and its role in physical activity, exercise, and sport. The star team of contributors offers thoughtful discussion of key issues and findings for readers to consider and insight into both the conceptual understanding of motivation and its application. Readers will be enlightened through the use of these features: • Presentation of differing perspectives and approaches that make up the current state of research in the most vibrant of topics in sport and exercise psychology • Directions for Future Research and Practical Applications sections at the end of each chapter that help demonstrate how the chapters' content is applied to real-world practice • An extensive reference list that serves as a tool for finding further resources and continuing study of motivation