Réponses émotionnelles et motivationnelles lors d’une course de trail d’ultra endurance à La RE

Item: Réponses émotionnelles et motivationnelles lors d’une course de trail d’ultra endurance à La RE
Rating: 4
Author: PostSingularity Institute

by Angélique Lesport

Life & Natural Systems Sports SCGSports training and coaching SCGPSports psychology

🎙 Angélique Lesport 👥 12K 📅 September 5, 2025 ⏱ 17 min 👁 28 📄 original study 🧭 2026-08-17

Available in: English (current) Français

Keywords

ultra-endurancetrailemotionmotivationfatigue

Summary

This presentation by Angélique Lesport, a doctoral student at Université de La Réunion, details a study on emotional and motivational responses during an ultra-endurance trail race, specifically the ‘Boucle Infernale’ event based on the ’last man standing’ principle. The race consisted of a 6 km loop with 165 m elevation gain, to be completed in under one hour, repeated for up to 33 hours. The study involved 21 volunteers (3 women, 18 men) who completed perceptual and motivational assessments between loops. The researchers used validated scales for perceived effort, pleasure, fatigue, sensations, and motivation (intrinsic, external, introjected, identified, integrated). Results showed significant decreases in speed, pleasure, and sensations, while effort, fatigue, and affective load increased. Autonomous motivation components decreased, while controlled components remained stable. Correlations were found between emotional and motivational parameters and the number of remaining loops. The study suggests that simple, non-invasive tools can predict race outcomes and help monitor athletes’ states. The presenter concludes that these tools act like a ‘crystal ball’ for predicting performance and fatigue.

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Critical Evaluation

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The study provides valuable insights into the psychological aspects of ultra-endurance performance, an area often overlooked in favor of physiological measures. The use of validated scales and the unique race format (minimizing pacing effects) strengthens the argument. The presenter clearly explains the methodology and results, making a compelling case for the predictive power of emotional and motivational states. However, the small sample size and lack of detailed statistical reporting limit the generalizability. The argumentation is coherent, but the presenter acknowledges the preliminary nature of the findings.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The scientific rigor is moderate: the study uses validated tools and a clear protocol, but the presentation lacks detailed references to prior literature. The title accurately reflects the content. No external sources are cited in the video or description, limiting the ability to verify claims. The presenter’s affiliation with a university adds credibility, but the lack of peer-reviewed publication or detailed data analysis reduces the overall rigor.

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Title / Content Match

The title accurately reflects the content, focusing on emotional and motivational responses during an ultra-endurance trail race.

Quality & Reliability

7/10

The study is presented by a doctoral researcher from Université de La Réunion, with a clear methodology and use of validated scales. However, the sample size is small (21 participants) and the results are preliminary, with limited peer-reviewed context provided.

Key Moments

Markers derived by PSI from the transcript: the creator did not define chapters.

Contribution & Novelties

This study contributes to the understanding of psychological factors in ultra-endurance performance, particularly the role of emotional and motivational states in predicting race outcomes. The unique race format (last man standing) minimizes pacing effects, allowing for a clearer examination of these factors. The use of simple, non-invasive tools offers practical applications for athletes and coaches.

Pour aller plus loin :

Self-Determination Theory — Relevant to the motivational framework used.
Perceived Exertion — Basis for the effort scale.
Ultra-marathon — Context for ultra-endurance events.

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Radar Profile

The radar profile shows balanced scores across information quantity, quality, technical level, and reliability, indicating a well-rounded presentation. The slightly lower reliability score reflects the preliminary nature and small sample size.

Reliability 7/10