Psychological Strategies

Question 1

What is sport psychology?

Answer 1

techniques that athletes can use in competitive and training situations to remain controlled.

Question 2

Confidence

Answer 2

the belief that you will be successful. Optimal confidence- can exhibit positive emotions, remain calm under pressure.

Question 3

Motivation

Answer 3

the reason for participating in the activity. Athlete with high levels have a desire for success, willingness to take risks, and ability to increase their effort. Can be intrinsic, extrinsic.

Question 4

Arousal

Answer 4

the amount of READINESS or ACTIVATION experienced when faced with tasks.

Question 5

How to increase arousal levels?

Answer 5

elevated breathing levels, positive self talk, listen to music, act energetically

Question 6

How to decrease arousal levels?

Answer 6

meditation, biofeedback, deep breathing, stress inoculation training

Question 7

Concentration

Answer 7

the mental ability to focus on the task, with distractions. Can be achieved through visualisation, routine

Question 8

Mental imagery

Answer 8

imaging something uplifting and energising.