Abstract
In recent times sedentary work and sedentary lifestyle have become some of the most topical
issues and discussion subjects. The problems caused by sedentary lifestyle are faced not only by adults,
but by young people too. While addressing surrounding students we have concluded that students do
not always necessarily want to take part in classic sports events, as it can be hard to find the motivation,
or factors that would motivate them to prepare and take part in such competitions. Students find less
traditional sports events in rural environments more binding and motivating, where participants need to
prepare and promote the interest in sports through cooperation and a daring in a non-standard
environment. These activities are directed towards creating a sense of community, enhancing inner
motivation and encouraging character development by motivating the participants to overcome their
self-perceived boundaries and not to give up. A variety of outdoor recreational and adventure activities
that provide new challenges and unprecedented experiences is held. Examples of sports events in Latvia
include „The Strong race”, „X-race”, „Dublis” and different kinds of orienteering competitions the
implementation of which requires a rural environment with its natural and artificial obstacles. During
the study different students’ opinions about the motivating factors for participation in such events will
be assessed along with students' opportunities and willingness to engage in physical activities while
faced with the challenges of a rural environment. Purpose of the study: To assess students' main
motivating factors when participating in physical outdoor activities and competitions. Subject of the
study: Participants and organizers of the outdoor activity „The Strong Race”. Methods of research:
theoretical, empirical and statistical. Most important conclusion is that in the classic race the motivation
of winning something is no longer sufficient enough to draw a wide range of young people towards
movement activities. Most of the young participants do not deny that to be good at movement activities
requires a daily workout, however, during the race they want to enjoy themselves alongside their peers
and friends. These are the nowadays key points how to get young people involve in sport activities.
issues and discussion subjects. The problems caused by sedentary lifestyle are faced not only by adults,
but by young people too. While addressing surrounding students we have concluded that students do
not always necessarily want to take part in classic sports events, as it can be hard to find the motivation,
or factors that would motivate them to prepare and take part in such competitions. Students find less
traditional sports events in rural environments more binding and motivating, where participants need to
prepare and promote the interest in sports through cooperation and a daring in a non-standard
environment. These activities are directed towards creating a sense of community, enhancing inner
motivation and encouraging character development by motivating the participants to overcome their
self-perceived boundaries and not to give up. A variety of outdoor recreational and adventure activities
that provide new challenges and unprecedented experiences is held. Examples of sports events in Latvia
include „The Strong race”, „X-race”, „Dublis” and different kinds of orienteering competitions the
implementation of which requires a rural environment with its natural and artificial obstacles. During
the study different students’ opinions about the motivating factors for participation in such events will
be assessed along with students' opportunities and willingness to engage in physical activities while
faced with the challenges of a rural environment. Purpose of the study: To assess students' main
motivating factors when participating in physical outdoor activities and competitions. Subject of the
study: Participants and organizers of the outdoor activity „The Strong Race”. Methods of research:
theoretical, empirical and statistical. Most important conclusion is that in the classic race the motivation
of winning something is no longer sufficient enough to draw a wide range of young people towards
movement activities. Most of the young participants do not deny that to be good at movement activities
requires a daily workout, however, during the race they want to enjoy themselves alongside their peers
and friends. These are the nowadays key points how to get young people involve in sport activities.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Rural Environment. Education. Personality. (Reep) |
Subtitle of host publication | Proceedings of the 9th International Scientific Conference |
Editors | V. Dislere |
Place of Publication | Jelgava |
Publisher | Latvia University of Agriculture |
Pages | 74-80 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Volume | 9 |
Publication status | Published - 2016 |
Publication series
Name | RURAL ENVIRONMENT. EDUCATION. PERSONALITY. (REEP) |
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ISSN (Print) | 2255-808X |
Keywords*
- Motivation
- Outdoor activities and competitions
- Physical activities
- The rural environment
Field of Science*
- 3.3 Health sciences
Publication Type*
- 3.1. Articles or chapters in proceedings/scientific books indexed in Web of Science and/or Scopus database