Performance fitness requirements - football (mental factor)

Question 1

Level of arousal

Answer 1

it is important to be in the right frame of mind when playing. If you are not “up for the game” then you will not perform to the best of your ability and lack enthusiasm. However, if you are too psyched up or anxious you will also not perform to your best for example you may be overly aggressive and make rash challenges

Question 2

Control of emotions

Answer 2

it is important to be aggressive so that you don’t back out off tackles but it is important to control your emotions so that you don’t get too wound up put in dangerous tackles or retaliate too strong challenges or argue with the refs’ decisions and get booked for dissent. It is also important to remain positive and not be too hard on yourself if you make a mistake, as this can get you down and lead to a drop in performance

Question 3

Motivation

Answer 3

it is important that you are motivated to do your best if not you will lack the desire to try hard and will give up too easily when the going starts to get tough.

Question 4

Concentration

Answer 4

this is important so that you remain focused on your role and carry out your specific duties. For example, you may have to man mark a specific player but if you fail to stay focused on this task they could get free from you and open up the defence leading to a shot or even a goal.