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Physical Standards Test? In these instances, the
incentive of a reward has to be interjected for the
improved and desired performance of the individual.
Let's explore this avenue.
The tactical athlete may see the overall objective of
the PR or a higher score on their department's physical
test, but for some reason may not be determined
to achieve that respective goal. They may feel that
the achievement is not even necessary. When this
comes into play, the individual cannot achieve the
goal due to a lack of intrinsic motivation. Examples
include negative self-talk, low self-esteem, or other
psychological and aggravating circumstances. The
focus then becomes one of an external stimulus or
motivating factor in the form of a reward.
These attributes have stimuli that then refocus
their negative self-esteem to one of positivity,
accomplishment, and a possible determination to
achieve more after receiving the reward. It is the
associated reward that then can even bring about
a new sense of intrinsic motivation and eventually
after repeated rewards, the individual may perform
the ensuing required measurements or tasks
solely based upon intrinsic or internal motivation.
When someone has more of a sense of intrinsic
motivation they tend to be a little more disciplined
in their approach to life, and can develop more of a
sense of resiliency and mental toughness. n
Daniel J. Borowick, MS, CSCS, and founder
of DOMEX Strength and Fitness, is a former
DEA Special Agent with over 27 years of tactical
experience in federal (DEA) and state (New Jersey
State Police) law enforcement. Currently, he is a
strength and conditioning specialist serving in
the U.S. Army's (H2F) Holistic Health and Fitness
Program. You may reach him through their website,
www.Domexstrengthandfitness.com, via Instagram
and Facebook @Domexstrengthandfitness, or
Domexstrengthandfitness@gmail.com.
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