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Book The Effect of Slow motion Imagery on Performance of a Complex Motor Skill

Download or read book The Effect of Slow motion Imagery on Performance of a Complex Motor Skill written by Rod W. Wilcox and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology  7E

Download or read book Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology 7E written by Weinberg, Robert S. and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2019 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides a comprehensive view of sport and exercise psychology with the latest research on grit, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, cultural diversity, substance abuse, exercise adherence, ethics, professional issues, and transitions in sport.

Book The Effect of Different Imagery Instructions on Motor Skill Performance

Download or read book The Effect of Different Imagery Instructions on Motor Skill Performance written by Jayne Marie Elizabeth Garland and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Influence of Video Speed Demonstration Under Mixed Modeling Conditions on the Learning of a Complex Novel Motor Skill

Download or read book The Influence of Video Speed Demonstration Under Mixed Modeling Conditions on the Learning of a Complex Novel Motor Skill written by Natasha Lelievre and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The effect of slow-motion video speed demonstration under mixed-modeling conditions (skilled model plus self-observation) on the learning of a pirouette en dehors was examined to identify whether there was an optimal speed for learning a dance skill. Fifty-one participants were assigned to one of three groups with different video demonstration speeds: (1) slow-motion (2) real-time, or (3) a combination of slow-motion and real-time. Following a pre-test, participants completed eight blocks, each comprised of five physical and four observational practice trials. Physical performance and cognitive representation assessments revealed that participants' scores significantly improved for both assessments throughout acquisition (ps

Book Visual Perception and Action in Sport

Download or read book Visual Perception and Action in Sport written by Keith Davids and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2005-08-10 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Athletes are dependent upon a constant supply of accurate and reliable information from the environment whilst performing complex movements. Visual Perception and Action in Sport examines the information which is perceived by the human visual system and the way it is utilised to support actions in sport. It focuses attention on the rich diversity of sport-related studies drawn together from a number of theoretical approaches. Divided into three sections, this book covers: * indirect theories of perception and action * direct theories of perception and action * skill acquisition in the sports context. Each of the sections features learning objectives, summary, and study questions to help facilitate student learning. Throughout the text, the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical expertise is emphasised. All three authors are specialists have expertise in the teaching and researching of motor learning and control in sport.

Book Mental Practice  Clinical and Experimental Research in Imagery and Action Observation

Download or read book Mental Practice Clinical and Experimental Research in Imagery and Action Observation written by Magdalena Ietswaart and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2016-05-18 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is now strong evidence demonstrating that the brain simulates action and other functions. Such action simulation can be evoked through conscious mental rehearsal of movement or imagery, but also through passive action observation watching movements in others. Furthermore, there is evidence to suggest that mental rehearsal of movement, or mental practice, can produce improvements normally attributed to practising actual movements. It is currently assumed that such improvements are due to neural activation associated with action simulation. However the neuroscience of mental practice efficacy is still poorly understood. The aim of this research topic is to clarify the underlying mechanisms of mental practice, bringing evidence from cognitive neuroscience, experimental neuropsychology, sport and movement science, and clinical neurology. It also attempts to address confusion regarding the concepts of imagery and observation, which has hampered the progression of mental practice research both scientifically and applied. As well as reviews, theoretical, and position articles, this research topic includes original neuroimaging, experimental, and patient research addressing, among others, the following issues. Neuroimaging studies provide strong evidence for action simulation, but the link to behavioural change and functional outcome is weak. What is the evidence that mental practice efficacy is driven by neuroplasticity processes evoked by action simulation? This research topic includes contributions on neural correlates and behaviour with regards to imagery and action observation. Much of the mental practice efficacy evidence comes from longstanding research within sport science. However, what does mental practice entail in these contexts, and to what extent is it compatible with the cognitive neuroscience perspective of action simulation? This research topic will include contributions that consider both evidence and concepts with regards to imagery and action observation, in an attempt to build an interdisciplinary consensus on the nature and application of mental practice. Mental practice is perceived as a promising motor rehabilitation technique, but critically there is lack of clarity or consensus on what mental practice treatment should entail. It is also not clear what are the most appropriate outcomes to measure imagery ability and cognitive or behavioural change following mental practice. A further important issue that needs consideration as part of this research topic is dosage, as it is currently unclear how much mental practice is appropriate and whether this depends on patient variables such as age, cognitive functioning, motor function, or pathophysiology.

Book Routledge International Handbook of Sport Psychology

Download or read book Routledge International Handbook of Sport Psychology written by Robert J. Schinke and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-02-05 with total page 947 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contemporary sport psychology is a rapidly developing and theoretically rich discipline, and a sophisticated and challenging profession. The Routledge International Handbook of Sport Psychology offers a comprehensive and authoritative guide to contemporary sport psychology in all its aspects. Written by a team of world-leading researchers and practitioners from five continents, including both established scholars and the best emerging talents, the book traces the contours of the discipline of sport psychology, introducing fundamental theory, discussing key issues in applied practice, and exploring the most important themes, topics and debates across the sport psychology curriculum. Uniquely, the book presents comparative studies of the history and contemporary practice of sport psychology in ten countries, including the US, UK, China, Japan, Brazil, Russia and Israel, helping the reader to understand the cultural and contextual factors that shape international practice in sport psychology. As well as covering in depth the core pillars of sport psychology, from motivation and cognition to group dynamics, the book also includes a full section on cultural sport psychology, a vital but under-explored sub-discipline that is having a profound influence on contemporary theory and practice. With 56 chapters and unparalleled range, depth and currency, the Routledge Handbook of International Sport Psychology is an essential addition to any library with a serious holding in sport psychology.

Book The Balanced Musician

    Book Details:
  • Author : Lesley Sisterhen McAllister
  • Publisher : Scarecrow Press
  • Release : 2012-11-21
  • ISBN : 0810882949
  • Pages : 383 pages

Download or read book The Balanced Musician written by Lesley Sisterhen McAllister and published by Scarecrow Press. This book was released on 2012-11-21 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For musicians to attain the level of peak performance that they know is within their reach, they need to do more than spend time in the practice room. The most accomplished and healthiest musicians lead a balanced and satisfying life in which they place equal emphasis on three areas of musicianship: physical technique (body); analysis and knowledge (mind); and musicianship and creativity (soul). By integrating all of the parts of this triangle, you can learn to communicate creatively and with seeming effortlessness during performance. Organized into four main parts, this book first explores the mind-body connection and then separately discusses the mind, body, and soul of musicians, scholars, performers, and teachers of all voices and instruments. By delving into research literature in both sport psychology and music, you will learn to use mental rehearsal and imagery away from your instrument and deliberate practice at your instrument. You will also learn such relaxation techniques as meditation, centering, stretching, and deep breathing. Drawing on findings from scientific studies, particularly in the area of sports medicine, McAllister offers practical tools for your practice, performances, and daily routine. By learning these techniques, you will also find enhanced confidence, concentration, endurance, and control over your own music-making. With terms, questions for reflection, and assignments at the end of each chapter, this book may be used as a textbook for a course or as a supplement to music lessons. Both novice and experienced performers alike will learn ways to meet career demands and reach their full potential. Appendixes at the end of the book contain worksheets, scripts, questionnaires, self-evaluation forms, and journal entries that help you to individualize your work. Every musician who spends countless hours practicing deserves to learn these techniques, which will forever change the way you approach both practice and performance.

Book The Oxford Handbook of Sport and Performance Psychology

Download or read book The Oxford Handbook of Sport and Performance Psychology written by Shane M. Murphy and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-09-06 with total page 800 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title describes current research findings in the study of human performance Experts from all fields of performance are brought together, covering domains including sports, the performing arts, business, executive coaching, the military, and other applicable, high-risk professions.

Book Mental Imagery and Its Effect on Motor Skill Performance

Download or read book Mental Imagery and Its Effect on Motor Skill Performance written by Regan D. Johnson and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Journal of Sport Psychology

Download or read book Journal of Sport Psychology written by and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 808 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Sport Psychology

    Book Details:
  • Author : Nicholas T. Gallucci
  • Publisher : Psychology Press
  • Release : 2013-12-04
  • ISBN : 1134641710
  • Pages : 879 pages

Download or read book Sport Psychology written by Nicholas T. Gallucci and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2013-12-04 with total page 879 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sport Psychology, 2nd Edition provides a synthesis of the major topics in sport psychology with an applied focus and an emphasis on achieving optimal performance. After exploring the history of sport psychology, human motivation, and the role of exercise, there are three main sections to the text: Performance Enhancement, Performance Inhibition, and Individuals and Teams. The first of these sections covers topics such as anxiety, routines, mental imagery, self-talk, enhancing concentration, relaxation, goals, and self-confidence. The section on Performance Inhibition includes chapters on choking under pressure, self-handicapping, procrastination, perfectionism, helplessness, substance abuse, and disruptive personality factors. While much of the information presented is universally applicable, individual differences based on gender, ethnicity, age, and motivation are emphasized in the concluding section on Individuals and Teams. Throughout, there are case studies of well-known athletes from a variety of sports to illustrate topics that are being explored.

Book The Effects of Augmented Videotaped Information Feedback and Loop Film Models Upon Learning of a Complex Motor Skill

Download or read book The Effects of Augmented Videotaped Information Feedback and Loop Film Models Upon Learning of a Complex Motor Skill written by James Gustav Paulat and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: