Exam PPT Revision Points Flashcards
Define affirmation and what factor does it help combat?
Affirmation is telling yourself positive things to build confidence, like saying, “I can do this.” It helps combat anxiety and low confidence.
How does goal setting result in a better performance and success?
Goal setting improves performance by giving you clear targets to focus on and motivating you to work harder, leading to success.
Give 2 exact examples of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation each.
Intrinsic:
1. Practicing after the practice is over because you genuinely want to get better
2. Watching back film footage in your spare time because you genuinely want to get better
Extrinsic:
1. Getting a cash reward for winning
2. Getting dropped from the team if perform bad
What is inherent self-talk?
Inherent self-talk is automatic thoughts based on your personality, like thinking, “I’m not good enough” after a mistake.
What are the 5 psychological factors?
Motivation, confidence, arousal, anxiety and attention and concentration (MCAAA)
What are the 5 psychological strategies?
mental rehearsal, self talk, concentration and attention, relaxation and energiser, routines (MSCRR)
What does dummy half being touched mean?
In touch football, if the dummy half (the player who picks up the ball from the play-the-ball) is touched by a defender, it’s a turnover, and the other team gets the ball.
What does touch and pass mean?
In touch football, touch and pass means a player passes the ball after being touched by a defender. This is not allowed, and the other team gets the ball.
What psychological factor is affecting, and can be applied to cure dummy half being touched?
The psychological factor affecting dummy half being touched is attention and concentration (lack of focus).
To fix this, the player can apply the attention and concentration strategy using refocusing techniques, such as saying trigger words like “stay alert” to regain focus and avoid mistakes.
(ALWAYS USE FLOW STATE AND AVOID CHOKING)
What psychological factor is affecting, and can be applied to cure touch and pass?
Psychological Factor: Confidence (low self-confidence or self-efficacy)
The player hesitates because they don’t trust their abilities or doubt their decision-making under pressure.
Psychological Strategy: Self-Talk Strategy
Positive or instructional self-talk, like “Trust your pass” or “Quick decision, quick pass,” can help the player focus on their strengths and act confidently.
or concentration and routines (THERE’S LOTS FOR THIS ONE JUST JUSTIFY GOOD).
(ALWAYS USE FLOW STATE AND AVOID CHOKING)
Why is low arousal good for sports and give 2 examples.
Low Arousal: Sports requiring high levels of precision, focus, and fine motor control, like golf or archery, benefit from lower arousal levels. Too much arousal (e.g., stress or nervousness) can negatively affect the precision needed in these sports.
Why is mid arousal good for sports and give 2 examples.
Moderate Arousal: Sports like tennis or soccer, which require both skill and strategic thinking with bursts of physical effort, often benefit from moderate arousal. Too low arousal may lead to lack of intensity, while too high arousal can lead to poor decision-making.
Why is high arousal good for sports and give 2 examples.
High Arousal: Sports that rely on strength, speed, or endurance, such as sprinting or boxing, often benefit from high arousal. High arousal levels can increase adrenaline, focus, and physical output, which are beneficial for these explosive or sustained efforts.
What are the 7 steps i need to know for u hypothesis?
sleep, boredom, mild alertness, optimal level, stress, anxiety, panic
Whos law/theory is the inverted-U-hypothesis?
The inverted U hyptohesis is Yerkes-Dodsons-Law.
