Mental fatigue and performance

Question 1

what are the current theoretical models of brain regulation of endurance exercise?

Answer 1

central governor model
psychobiological
serotonin hypothesis
strength control model

Question 2

what is the central governor model?

Answer 2

brain sees feedback from peripheral state and makes sure we don’t over exercise.
brain determines pace and speed if we want to achieve a specific time
brain is involved in exercise

Question 3

what is the psychobiological model?

Answer 3

brain regulates endurance exercise, regulated by perception of effort, fatigue is a response to a high perception of effort
the anterior cingulate cortex regulates HR, BR and is more active during mental tasks

Question 4

what is the strength control model?

Answer 4

the more self control is exerted the more fatigue it becomes impacting on subsequent events which also require self control resources, has been applied to the control of effort over exercise

Question 5

what is mental fatigue in elite sports?

Answer 5

psychological state caused by prolonged periods of demanding cognitive activity shown to negatively influence physical performance.

Question 6

what changes in behaviour does mental fatigue lead to?

Answer 6

disengagement
changes in concentration
decreased motivation and enthusiasm
increased displays of emotion and withdrawal
decreased discipline and attention to detail

Question 7

how does mental fatigue impact performance in training and competition?

Answer 7

negatively