My Question

Do people need to be motivated or inspired to do physical activity, or can they be mentally strong and get it done themselves?

Sources

Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being.

Ryan, Richard M.; Deci, Edward L.

American Psychologist, Vol 55(1), Jan 2000, 68-78.

• University of Thessaly, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Karies, 42100 Trikala, Greece

• Received 3 April 2001. Revised 17 August 2001. Accepted 31 January 2002. Available online 12 March 2002.

Whitehead, James R. PresidentsChallenge.org. University of North Dakota. Web. 30 Mar. 2012.

Herbert, Edward, and Marcus Kilpatrick. "College Student's Motivation for Physical Activity." Epc.edb.utexas.edu. American College Health. Web. 31 Mar. 2012.

Chiang, Liam A. Motivation of Exercise and Physical Activity. New York: Nova Science, 2007. Print.