Understanding psychological preparation for sport: theory and practice of elite performers

Понимание психологической подготовки в спорте: теория и практика спортсменов высшего уровня
1997-10-01
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Abstract (AI)
INTRODUCTION. Why Write Yet Another Book on Psychological Preparation? CURRENT STATE OF KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PSYCHOLOGICAL PREPARATION FOR SPORTS PERFORMANCE. Basic Psychological Skills. Self-Confidence. Motivation. Arousal and Activation. Stress and Anxiety. Concentration and Attention Control. Coping with Adversity. IMPLICATIONS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS. A Unifying Model of Psychological Preparation for Peak Athletic Performance. Future Research Directions. Implications for Guiding Practice.
Key Findings
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It identifies core psychological skills involving self-confidence, motivation, arousal and activation, stress and anxiety management, concentration, and coping with adversity.
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It outlines implications for applied practice and proposes future directions for research on psychological preparation in sport.
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The work presents a unifying model of psychological preparation for achieving peak athletic performance.
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The work synthesizes current knowledge on psychological preparation for sports performance among elite performers.
Research Object

elite athletes and sports performance

Research Subject

psychological preparation, including psychological skills and mental factors supporting peak performance

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