chapter 9 Flashcards
what are characteristics are associated with peak performers
no fear of failure
narrow focus of attention on the present
highly energized
highly self-confident
what are the 9 dimensions of flow
the challenge of the situation matches the skills of the athlete
awareness and action merge
goals are clear
unambiguous feedback indicates that what is being done is correct
total and complete concentration on the task at hand occurs
there is a paradox of control
loss of self-consciousness
time seems to speed up or slow down
the experience is autotelic
what is the iceberg profile
profile of a person with a psychological outlook characterized by more vigor and less tension, depression, anger, fatigue, and confusion than is found in others.
what mental strategies/skills are often used by elite performers; give an example of each type
imagery attention focusing maintaining concentration controlling anxiety and activation positive self-talk goal setting
