Skills And Arousal Flashcards
What is a arousal?
A physical and mental state of alertness ranging from deep sleep to extreme excitement
What does the inverted U theory mean?
Explain the link between arousal and performance in sports
What are fine skills?
Skills that’s require accuracy and are best performed in low levels arousal e.g. snooker
What are gross skills?
Skills that require strength and large movements. They are best performed at high level of arousal
How does deep breathing help to control arousal?
Increases oxygen supply to the brain and focuses mind on the task
What are the three methods used to control arousal?
Deep breathing
Mental rehearsal
Positive self talk
What is intrinsic motivation?
You do it because you enjoy it
What is extrinsic motivation?
You do it for money or a reward
What is skill?
Learning a skill, e.g. learning how to kick a ball
What is ability?
Inherited skills
What are basic skills?
Skills that are learnt quickly require low levels of concentration
What is a complex skill?
They take longer to master high levels of concentration needed
What is a open skill?
Affected by the environment, e.g. teammates and opposition
Required decision-making
What is a closed skill?
Performed in an environment that stays the same
What is a self paced skill?
Start time is controlled by the performer and so is everything
What is externally paced skills?
Everything is controlled by an external factor, e.g. opposition
