Phsycology/mental Prep Flashcards
What is imagery
A mental technique in which the performer visualises themselves being successful in their performance
What is mental rehearsal
A performer picturing themselves practicing the skill in their mind, focusing specific stages and technique
What is selective attention
Where a performer focuses their attention solely on what they are doing and ignore any other distractions
What is positive thinking
A performer being optimistic of a future performance, being confident about winning, shutting out negative thoughts
What is negative thinking
When a performer is not optimistic about their future performance and are not confident about doing well
What are three benefits of imagery
Improve concentration, relieve stress and anxiety, help with relaxation
What are 3 benefits of mental rehearsal
Speeds up reactions, allows concentration and focus, keeps you calm
What is external imagery
Picturing yourself doing the skill from outside your body
What is internal imagery
Stimulating the feeling of the activity inside your body
What is a benefit of selective attention
Allows performer to only focus on task related information
What are three benefits of positive thinking
Being confident about doing well, shuts out negative thoughts on failure, feel well prepared for performance
What is a example of imagery
A footballer picturing the ball hitting the back of the net during a shot
What is a example of mental rehearsal
A trampolinist mentally rehearing a back somersault before performing it
What is a example of selective attention
A goalkeeper focusing on where the ball might go and not on the crowd
What is a example of positive thinking
A lacrosse player believing that they will win before a match
What is S in SMART
Specific-is the goal clear and does it relate to a particular sport
What is an example of specific
Achieving a 2:40 marathon
What is M in SMART
Measurable-how does your goal relate to past performances
What is an example of measurable
2:45 in previous marathon
What is A in SMART
Achievable-is your goal realistic
What is an example of achievable
Yes runs 50 miles in a week
What is R in SMART
Recorded-how do you record your goal
What is a example of recorded
Use strata to record
What is T in SMART
Timed-length of your goal
