sports phyc

Question 1

define social loafing

Answer 1

• there is a belief that their efforts wont make a difference to the team and that their lack of effort wont effect the team outcome therefore individual working at a lower intensity.

Question 2

factors that effect group cohesion include:

Answer 2

• personality clashes
• unclear/conflict roles amoung team
• frequent changes to the group
• lack of communication
• power struggle between players

Question 3

list strategies to improve group cohesion

Answer 3

• create/develope a team contract
• develpope code of conduct/rules
• create appropriate group sizes
• evaluate members of the group individually

Question 4

what is carons model

Answer 4

a model of personal, environmental, leadership and team factors that all contribute to group cohesion

Question 5

describe what the P in carons model stands for

Answer 5

personal
- describes that each individual has dfferent motivational factors and indivividual differences
- theres 3 different types of motivation task, affiliation motivation and self motivation

Question 6

exaplian the 3 different types of motivations

Answer 6

task motivation- make it to premier ship/state team
affiliation motivation- associated with social cohesion
self motivation- satisfaction through improving personal performance

Question 7

what does the E stand for in carons model

Answer 7

this related to the social and physical environment of the group
factors of environment include:
- code of conduct
- selection process for example nationals
- location
- provide social opportunities for players to learn acceptable social conduct

Question 8

what does the L in carons model stand for

Answer 8

the leadership style which works best for both the coach and the group.

strategies- coaching style is appropriate for all players
- establish a leadership group within the team
- distribute roles within the team
- outline clear expectaions to the players with consequences

Question 9

what does the T in carons modle stand for

Answer 9

team- this relates to the aim and experiences of the team together like a shared vision and goal.

strategies-
- team goals
- wearing team uniform
- increase team stability so everyone feels valued
- rewarding team in success

Question 10

describe one way to measure group cohesion in a sporting team

Answer 10

sociograms
- players asked to describe their interpersonal relationship -who they like/dislike
- the coaches then using this info to try and improve cohesiveness within the team

Question 11

how does the practice of mental skills improves physical skills

Answer 11

Strong mental toughness promotes:
- has the ability to focus and concentrate
- Rebound form failure
- Deal with pressure
- Persist against adversity

Question 12

what are mental skill strategies

Answer 12

Mental skills strategied used pre during and post performance to manage stress motivation and concentrtion, self confidence and arousal levels
- GRIPS

Question 13

what are mental skills

Answer 13

Mental skills required for improving performance and achieving the ideal performance state “the zone” are as follows
scams

Question 14

describe the phsychological skill training (PST) or the phases in learning a new mental skill

Answer 14

Programs are tailored to match the performaer but usually have 3 phases
1. Education- discussion and explanation
2. Acquisitionphase- learning how to apply mental skills to perfromance
3. Preactice phase- mental skills are practised till autonomus

Question 15

define imagery and how can it enhance performance

Answer 15

This involves visualising successful outcomes in situations requiring strong effort. this Works by producing muscle activity providing a mental bluerint, ot improving other mental skills such as concentration and motivation.

Question 16

how does the development of mental skills enhance performance

Answer 16

The development of mental skills can enhance performance by:
1. Increasing motivation
2. Improving self confidence and self image
3. Improving concentration
4. Regulating aroussal levels
5. Decreasing stress and tension, before, during and after competition

Question 17

define relaxation

Answer 17

Relaxation techniques are used to reduce anxiety and manage arousal levels. There are many techniques available to the athlete, but the more common techniques are: centred breathing, progressive muscular relaxation, listening to music, and mental relaxation.

Question 18

describe how progressive muscle relaxation and centred breathing

Answer 18

centered breathing where an athletefocuses on lengthening their breathing to reduce their respiratory and heart rate to reduce anxiety and decrease arousal levels

progressive muscle relaxation where an athlete moves from one end to the other contracting and relaxing muslces decrease arousal and anxiety

Question 19

what is arousal

Answer 19

is the degree of stimulation present in a performer about to perform a skilled task

Question 20

explain how social loafing and how it effects the individual and group performance

Answer 20

social loafing is when an individual believes their efforts wont make a different to the team thereofre training at a lower intensity which effects the tea,.

when individuals perform social loafing they reduce their performance and lower group performance overall. this resulting in lower group cohesion and motivation as members arentpulling their weight in the team and other are having to suffer with the consequences.

Question 21

list 3 techniques used to increase arousal levels

Answer 21

• pre- competition warm up or routines
• imagery
• positive self talk

Question 22

list 3 techniques to decrease arousal levels

Answer 22

• centered breathing
• • self talk and trying to though stop
• progressive muscle relaxation

Question 23

define group cohesion

Answer 23

a dynamic process of the tendency for a group to stick together and remain united to pursue instrumental objectives and satisfaction of member affective needs

Question 24

what are the two different types of cohesion

Answer 24

social cohesion- the of closeness of the relationships within the team and how well they work together

task cohesion- working together to achieve a set task or goal.