Mental Preparation Flashcards
What are the 4 types of Mental Preparation?
Mental Preparation
- Imagery
- Mental Rehearsal
- Selective Attention
- Positive Thinking
What is Imagery in terms of Mental Preparation?
Imagery
What is Mental Rehearsal in terms of Mental Preparation?
Mental Rehearsal - Performer rehearses specific techniques and scenarios they will face during the performance. The skills are executed successfully in their mind
What is Selective Attention in terms of Mental Preparation?
Selective Attention - Performer focuses on the task they are about to perform and block out all other distractions (Crowd/Opponents)
What is Positive Thinking in terms of Mental Preparation?
Positive Thinking - Performer thinks confidently about competing well and winning, they shut out negative thoughts. The performer believes in their own ability (can be by talking to themselves)
What is a sporting example of Imagery?
What is a sporting example of Mental Rehearsal?
Sporting examples of Mental Rehearsal
- A gymnast mentally rehearsing their whole routine before performing
What is a sporting example of Selective Attention?
Sporting examples of Selective Attention
- A sprinter at the start of a 100m race blocking out the crowd, and focusing on the gun shot / start sound
What is a sporting example of Positive Thinking?
Sporting examples of Positive Thinking
- A goalkeeper telling themselves they will save the penalty
What are the benefits of Imagery?
Benefits of Imagery
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What are the benefits of Mental Rehearsal
Benefits of Mental Rehearsal
- Improves confidence
- Improves concentration
- Control anxiety
- Overcome problems
What are the benefits of Selective Attention?
Benefits of Selective Attention
- Improve concentration
- Control stress / anxiety
What are the benefits of Positive Thinking?
Benefits of Positive Thinking
- Improve motivation
- Improve confidence
- Control anxiety
- Improve performance
