Sports psych midterm

What are the four areas of sports psychology?

Research, Teaching (Education), Consulting, Clinician.

What types of data are used in sports psychology research?

Empirical data (gained from experiments) and Subjective data (gained from surveys).

What does the acronym S.M.A.R.T.E.R stand for in goal setting?

Specific, Meaningful, Agreed, Relevant, Time-specific, Engaging, Recorded.

Why did the Spartak Tennis Club produce multiple champions?

It is a sacred space that mentally prepares students as 'underdogs' with a motivated community and long training periods.

What are the two factors contributing to an athlete's achievement motivation?

Fun and Self-efficacy (feeling worthy).

What is myelin?

Fat around nerve fibers that insulates signals and thickens with repeated stimulation.

What is the definition of sacred time?

Time that stops during special moments.

What is the definition of sacred space?

A place where heroic deeds in sports were achieved.

What is sports psychology?

The scientific study of behavior in sport and exercise activities and the practical application of that knowledge.

What factors contribute to athletic success?

Motivation, confidence, knowledge, routines, handling pressure.

What factors contribute to an athlete's confidence?

Experience, modeling (by someone else), and positive feedback.

Name three methods to improve confidence in athletes.

Imagery/Visualization, Self-talk, Anxiety management/Relaxation.

What are the two types of goals in sports psychology theory?

Outcome goals and performance goals.

What are the two components of anxiety in sports psychology?

Cognitive and somatic.

Intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation in athletes: define intrinsic motivation.

Intrinsic motivation comes from within the athlete and is driven by personal satisfaction.

What is Catastrophe theory in sports psychology?

It explains the relationship between high levels of anxiety and performance deterioration.

What was Mr. Tweedy's job?

Lawyer.

Who is considered the father of the unconscious in psychology?

Sigmund Freud.

What is the significance of the 1896 modern Olympic Games?

It marked the rebirth of the ancient Greek Olympics and the rise of the athletic movement.

What characterized the Golden Age of Sports (1900-1912)?

The 'Era of the Amateurs' where athletes did not receive monetary rewards.

In what context did marathon runners run in trenches during WWI?

To remind young men not to repeat the mistakes of the past.

How did WWII affect sports technology?

Greater technology led to improvements in sports equipment.

What was the Cold War's influence on sports?

Sports were viewed as a path to freedom, with Russians seeking to defect.

What era began in the 1950s related to sports and education?

The age of computers where American physical education began to be quantified.

What significant change occurred in the 1980s related to sports and finance?

An influx of money and the creation of the Dream Team.

What role did sports play as described by Jung?

Sports are the greatest social movers in the world and represent a universal experience.

What is the focus of the phrase 'How to make a better athlete'?

The progression from play to games to sports.