kin week 3

Sport and Exercise Psychology

The scientific study of psychological factors related to participation and performance in sports, exercise, and physical activity.

ABC’s of Physical Activity

A framework consisting of Affect (emotions), Behavior (actions), and Cognitions (thoughts) that relates to physical activity.

Differences between Sport Psychology and Exercise Psychology

Sport psychology focuses on competitive sports, whereas exercise psychology focuses on fitness, health, and wellness.

Certified Mental Performance Consultants

Practitioners trained in sport and exercise psychology focused on teaching skills to enhance performance.

Clinical Psychologists

Licensed practitioners who provide psychotherapy and consultations for individuals with clinical conditions.

Psychiatrists

Medical doctors who treat severe psychological disorders, like schizophrenia, through medication and counseling.

Research Methods in SEP

Includes questionnaires, interviews, observation, physiological measurement, biochemical analysis, and content analysis.

Effects of Personality on Athletes

No specific set of traits exists for athletes, but successful athletes tend to be confident and mentally tough.

Motivational Fuels

Factors like enjoyment, competence, autonomy, and relatedness that drive motivation in physical activities.

Inverted U Model of Arousal

A theory stating that there is an optimal level of arousal for performance; too little or too much can hinder performance.

Anxiety

A negative response to high arousal situations characterized by feelings of apprehension and threat.

Barriers to Good Sporting Behavior

Includes prioritizing winning, dramatic media exposure, and the influence of professional athletes' behaviors.

Mental Skills in Sports

Skills such as goal setting, self-talk, attentional control, imagery, and physical relaxation that are crucial for performance.

SMART Goals

Goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-based for effective achievement.

Positive Self Talk

Encouraging internal dialogue that can be instructional (provides guidance) or motivational (provides encouragement).

Choking

A performance failure that occurs when individuals become over-aware of their actions and lose focus.

Imagery

Using sensory experiences to create or recreate an experience in the mind that influences beliefs and performance.

Burnout

Feelings of mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion, often characterized by a negative mood and a lack of accomplishment.