topic 1:Yerkes & Oxendine Flashcards
1
Q
dodson law (yerkes)
A
inverted U hypothesis-
performance increases with arousal until it reaches a peak then gradually decreases whilst arousal still increases
2
Q
Oxendine 0-5
A
5 - weight lifting, sit ups 4 - long jump, running 3 - basketball, boxing 2 - fencing, tennis 1 - archery, golf 0 - normal stage
3
Q
oxendine
A
optimising arousal for different sports
4
Q
level of arousal
A
complex/ focused tasks = low level of arousal needed
inducing strength = high level of arousal needed
5
Q
RITUALS
A
increases arousal and performance
& reduces level of anxiety
6
Q
IMAGERY
A
focus athlete in preparation for match
psych them up
