Sport Psychology

Question 1

What is Sport Psychology?

Answer 1

Sport Psychology is the study of how people think, feel and behave in sporting situations and the mental processes that govern how athletes behave in training and competition.

Question 2

What is Psychological Skills Training?

Answer 2

PST is the interaction between sports and Psychology sport psychologists and athletes use specific tools to improve performance.

Question 3

What are some Performance Enhancing mental skills?

Answer 3

Self-talk, Meditation, Concentration/Coping strategies.

Question 4

What is Self-talk?

Answer 4

Involved an internal monologue urging the subject to succeed.

It can facilitate Relaxation and focus.

Question 5

What is Imagery?

Answer 5

The idea that if an athlete can visualize themselves succeeding, it increases their chances of actually succeeding on game day.

Question 6

What are Intrinsic factors?

Answer 6

Refers to goals that are more intangible and self-oriented, such as a desire to master a skill.

Question 7

What are Extrinsic factors?

Answer 7

Refers to material rewards that athletes can strive to claim.

Question 8

What’s a myth in this and why is it bad?

Answer 8

“Everyone needs a rousing pep-talk”

This myth is false. It is best recommended that athletes relaxation and quiet focus to help their performance before a game.