🌱 1. Understanding Motivation in SEHS
The SEHS syllabus covers different types of motivation, including intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation, as well as goal-setting and self-determination models. These theories help explain athlete persistence, focus, and long-term engagement. RevisionDojo’s Motivation module defines motivation formally and explores its role in sport performance.
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🎢 2. Arousal Defined: A Balanced Activation State
In SEHS, arousal refers to the level of physiological and psychological activation—from deep relaxation to high alertness—that impacts performance outcomes. RevisionDojo offers one of the clearest explanations, emphasizing how both under- and over-arousal can impair performance.
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📈 3. The Inverted‑U Curve (Yerkes‑Dodson Law)
The classic Inverted‑U model illustrates the relationship between arousal and performance:
- Performance improves with increasing arousal,
- Peaks at an optimal moderate level,
- Then declines under excessive arousal.
RevisionDojo flashcards and notes outline this model for SEHS and help visualize the curve’s importance in psychological regulation.
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🧪 4. Psychological Techniques for Arousal Management
Athletes use interventions like:
- Progressive muscle relaxation or deep breathing to lower arousal,
- Motivational cues, self-talk, or visual imagery to raise arousal when energy is low.
These techniques help maintain performance within the optimal zone defined by the Inverted‑U.
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🎯 5. Motivation Behaviours that Enhance Performance
RevisionDojo highlights critical motivational strategies:
- Applying goal-setting and autonomy to boost intrinsic drive.
- Using feedback and reinforcement to sustain focus and confidence.
- Applying mental imagery to enhance performance readiness.
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✅ 6. Linking Psychology to Performance in SEHS
When answering exam questions or writing IAs, integrate three layers:
- Physiology: How arousal affects muscle activation, cardiovascular output, or hormonal response.
- Psychology: How motivation theories and arousal control strategies support performance stability.
- Outcome: Improved pacing, reduced fatigue, or refined motor execution.
RevisionDojo's scenario-style practice questions help build these integrated responses.
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📘 Study Strategy with RevisionDojo
- Review Motivation and Arousal & Anxiety notes for definitions and theory.
- Train using flashcards—Jojo AI can generate prompts like:
“Explain how intrinsic motivation and arousal regulation delay fatigue in marathon runners.” - Practice essay-style questions featuring the Inverted‑U model plus motivational theories.
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🧭 Final Thoughts
Mastering motivation, arousal regulation, and their performance links allows you to provide deeper, evidence-based SEHS answers—especially in Paper 2 and IAs. RevisionDojo’s aligned resources give you the tools to connect psychology with physiology confidently and accurately.
📣 Call to Action
Ready to enhance your sports psychology knowledge?
- Visit RevisionDojo's Motivation and Psychology of Sport modules
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Review smart, connect deeply, and perform at your best in SEHS!
