weakness: theory flashcards
define self efficacy
- the self confidence we have in specific situations
- how sure someone is in their competence in task specific skill
- e.g: happy to recieve a pass for a gk in training but not confident in a competitive fixture
state anxiety
an individuals immediate but temporary level of anxiety in a particular situation e.g. stepping up to take a penalty
what are the advantages of goal setting?
- Confidence and self-efficacy
- Attentional focus (on attaining success)
- Persistence (even when the task becomes difficult)
- Performance (able to monitor it)
- Arousal and anxiety (believing success is likely with sustained effort reduces worry
frustration aggression hypothesis by Dollard
caused by the environment blocking the goals of the performer which triggers aggression, if aggression is successful frustration will be released through catharsis, if punished more frustration will build up
massed practice
- repetitive practice of a skill
- no rest breaks
- e.g. continuous shots in basketball
strengths of massed practice
- helps groove/overlearn skill
- helps to form s-r bonds
good for: - discrete skills
- simple/short duration skills
- autonomous phase
- experienced/motivated performers
limitations of massed practice
- can be too exhausting
- can cause drive reduction/mental fatigue
- errors could increase due to repetitive + continuous nature of practice
- can lead to chronic or overuse injuries
transport
- even quicker
- continued growth of sports companies
- issues with road congestion and expenses/reliability of transport
availability of time/money
- free time and disposable income
- work-life balance issues
maximum strength
ability to produce a maximum amount of force in a singular muscular contraction
one rep max test
performer selects a piece of gym equipment or free weights exercise to test the strength of a specific muscle group, the score is the highest weight the performer can lift once
maximal strength tests advantages
- direct objective measurement of isotonic max strength
- easy procedure on accessible equipment
- can isolate specific muscle groups
maximal strength tests disadvantages
- trial and error may induce early fatigue
- good technique is essential
- potential for injury performing maximal lifts
- expensive equipment
modern tech increasing participation
F - all weather astro + floodlights
A - powerchair football
M- GPS vest gives data on speed, distance covered, movement patterns
E- mass production (cheaper footballs)
S - carbon sport masks to protect face injuries
