in the zone

Question 1

what is being in the zone referring to

Answer 1

being in a state that is characterised by everything going as well as possibly can. it is a combination of the mind being centred on the task, optimal motivation and feelings of total control over movements and surroundings

Question 2

athletes have described being in the zone as

Answer 2

mentally alert
physically relaxed
confident
optimistic
generally positive outlook
focused on the present
highly energised
extraordinary awareness
in control
without fear or anxiety

Question 3

athlete A

Answer 3

low state anxiety level required to put them in the zone

Question 4

athlete B

Answer 4

moderate state anxiety required to put them in the zone

Question 5

athlete C

Answer 5

high state anxiety level required to put them in the zone

Question 6

excessive levels of stress can lead to poor performance because you experience

Answer 6

anxiety and mental confusion, leading to the inability to focus attention and concentrate on the task at hand and therefore, slower reactions

muscle tension, causing impaired coordination

panic attacks characterised by rapid heartbeat, high blood pressure, shaking sweating, butterflies, dry mouth and uneven respiration