FACTORS AND MOTIVATION FOR CHOOSING ATHLETICS AMONG YOUNG ATHLETES

This article analyzes the factors influencing the choice of athletics among young athletes and motivational approaches to their involvement in sports. The study examines how biological, psychological, social and pedagogical factors affect interest in athletics. It also deeply analyzes the age, physical capabilities, personal interests of athletes and the motivating role of the environment (family, coach, society). Internal and external forms of motivation, methods of strengthening them, and effective methodological approaches aimed at increasing interest in sports are considered. The article also includes practical recommendations for the conscious and sustainable involvement of young athletes in sports.