Zone of optimal functioning Flashcards
The zone of optimal functioning
The level of anxiety at which an individual performs best
Where would an extroverts zone of optimal functioning be?
May have a higher zone of optimal functioning due to less sensitive reticular activating system (RAS)
Where would an introverts zone of optimal functioning be?
May have a lower zone of optimal functioning due to a highly sensitive reticular activating system (RAS)
What is in the zone otherwise known as?
Peak flow
Memory method for peak flow
PAAAC flow
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A
C
Peak flow
Automatic
Anxiety
Attention
Confidence
Peak flow
Intrinsic fulfilment associated with optimal performance
Automatic
Performance is autocratic and habitual/ autonomous performers
Anxiety
Cognitive anxiety must be low
Attention
Attentional focus/ concentration would be high
Confidence
Sport confidence/ self efficacy must be high
Memory method for characteristics of being in the zone
FEARED
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R
E
D
Focused
Effortless
Automatic
Relaxed
Enjoyment
Determined
