Kinesiology 1088A/B Final: Final Exam/ Course Review lectures 17-35, lectures needed for the final exam, written in Cornell note-taking style so you can write in your own prompt questions to help you study
16 Oct 2011
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Definition: the systematic and consistent practice of mental or 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: psych. skills are innate and can"t be learned, only for problem" athletes, only effective for elite athletes, provide quick fix" solutions. Facilitative skills: interpersonal relations, lifestyle management: psychological methods (secondary focus) Procedures or techniques used to develop skills. Goal setting a process of establishing a target or objective in specific behavioural terms. 3 main types of goals: outcome goals (win/lose, performance goals (how well you play/ personal best, process goals (actions to execute in order to perform better) Indirect effect: influence performance by working on psychological states (anxiety, confidence, satisfaction, attention etc. ) Increases productivity, improve quality of work: clarifies expectations, relieves boredom, provides personal recognition. Goals can be set for: training sessions (log book, practice sessions (areas to work on, competitive events, team social events.
