Kinesiology 1088A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Psychological Methods, Goal Setting, Drive Theory

• School: Western University
• Department: Kinesiology
• Course: Kinesiology 1088A/B
• Professor: Harry Prapavessis

Document Summary

Definition : the systematic and consistent practice of mental or psychological skills: psychological skills can be learned but must be practiced and integrated into your training routine, psychological factors account for most day-to-day fluctuations in performance. Myths : psychological skills are innate (they can"t be learned, only for problem athletes , only effective for elite athletes, provide quick fix solutions, not useful - hocus pocus . Helps make the sporting experience fun and helps meet everyone"s needs! When: pre-season or off-season, 3-6 month duration, ongoing process integrated into practices. Needs assessment: evaluate strengths & weaknesses, oral interview & psych inventories (examples p 262, performance profiling (examples p 261) What: which skills to include, scheduling, evaluation & follow-up. Problems: lack of conviction, lack of time. Intro to exercise and sport psychology (kin 1088a) Elena koskinas: lack of knowledge, lack of follow-up, psychological skills. Personal qualities to be attained or developed (i. e target behaviours)