Features of the needs and motivational sphere of the personality of future specialists in physical culture and sports

Abstract

Analysing and understanding the motivation that encourages students to choose physical culture and sports as their main field of activity is a topical issue that plays an important role in developing effective strategies to support students focused on their personal and professional needs and ambitions. The aim of the study was to investigate the peculiarities of the needs and motivational sphere of students of a professional college who intend to become specialists in the field of physical culture and sports. The sociological method of surveying was used to study students’ motivations. The results of the questionnaire indicate the predominance of intrinsic motivation among students, which can be a key factor in achieving high performance. The desire “to surpass oneself” was identified as one of the main components of this motivation, indicating the internal dynamics and self-growth of students in their sporting efforts. It has been found that the influence and personal example of parents, coaches’ invitations, the prestige of sports, and attending sports events are the main factors influencing students’ decisions to engage in sports. Studying the needs and motivational sphere of future specialists in the field of physical culture and sports, the goal that motivates students to engage in sports was determined: the dominant motive is to achieve success in the chosen sport. The most significant motivations for students are the motive to become champions of Ukraine, Europe, the world, a desire to obtain the title of master of sports, and a desire to participate in sports competitions. Students of the sports college consider the main priorities to be securing their future, achieving recognition and respect, and having the desire to have a job they like. The survey results also showed a low level of awareness of a healthy lifestyle among the respondents, which highlights the need for additional measures to raise their awareness. For athletes, this concept mainly includes various aspects of physical fitness. Applying the findings in practice can significantly improve interaction with students, which will contribute to their active development and achievement of personal and professional goals