Sport Psychology: Concepts and ApplicationsA comprehensive introduction to the study of the psychology of sport, this text aims to provide students with a foundation in the concepts of sport psychology and their application in exercise and sport settings. Research applications associated with women, youth sport and disabled athletes are included in order to increase relevance for students. |
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... athletes ( Meyers , Sterling & LeUnes , 1988 ) . In summary , the successful world - class athlete is low in the trait measures of anxiety and neuroticism , and high in ... Athlete 45 Psychological Profile of the Elite Disabled Athlete.
... athletes ( Meyers , Sterling & LeUnes , 1988 ) . In summary , the successful world - class athlete is low in the trait measures of anxiety and neuroticism , and high in ... Athlete 45 Psychological Profile of the Elite Disabled Athlete.
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... athletes displayed psychological skills that were superior to those of a group of collegiate track and field athletes , as ... athlete's personality . The following conclusions were drawn : ( 1 ) athletes differ from nonathletes on many ...
... athletes displayed psychological skills that were superior to those of a group of collegiate track and field athletes , as ... athlete's personality . The following conclusions were drawn : ( 1 ) athletes differ from nonathletes on many ...
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... athletes , sets limits on unacceptable behavior , develops team policy , and teaches athletes specific coping skills to deal with the pressure to excel . Coaches much be aware of each athlete's mental status , both in and out of the ...
... athletes , sets limits on unacceptable behavior , develops team policy , and teaches athletes specific coping skills to deal with the pressure to excel . Coaches much be aware of each athlete's mental status , both in and out of the ...
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