This blog looks at the versatility of sport psychology and delves deeper into these other areas, and emphasises the importance of why a sport psychology consultant can be instrumental in these areas with regards to performance and well-being….Sport Psychology Consultants can help in so many ways, it is not surprising that businesses and other occupations that rely on performance are starting to employ sports psychologists.
Read MoreMuscle dysmorphia or otherwise known as bigorexia is a condition which mainly affects male bodybuilders. This term was based upon the concept of anorexia nervosa and the likeness in body image concerns and behaviours from individuals that suffer from eating disorders.
Read MoreQuiet eye is defined as the “duration of the final fixation towards a relevant target prior to the execution of the critical phase of movement and has been accepted within the literature as a measure of optimal visual attentional control.”
Read MoreSlowly, but inevitably the spread of this virus reached us here in the UK and eventually, perhaps later than it should have, sporting events were postponed and athlete’s and the population faced a pandemic unlike no other known to them. This article looks at how sport psychology practitioners, coaches and support staff can help athletes identify and offer support for athletes.
Read MoreI would highly recommend these books for anyone who is on their way to becoming a sport psychologist, who is currently active as a sport psychologist or psychology practitioner, coaches or who have a general interest in the topic.
Read MoreA more consistent preparation routine before playing, has a significant influence on your performance, from a psychological perspective.
Read MoreThe triadic relationship between parent, coach and athlete from a youth and secondary school sports perspective focusing on the function of effective communication for optimum athletic success
Read MoreGoal setting is one of the main sport psychology techniques for enhancing performance and would be beneficial to set them or adapt any pre-existing ones, if you want to create success.
Read MoreThe mindset is our beliefs and how we can make sense of what goes on around us. This mindset plays a part in shaping a lot of our behaviours and the way we handle situations. When developing our mindset, we can intentionally evaluate, modify, and refine these beliefs, and therefore move it along the continuum from fixed towards growth mastery.
Read MoreBody language can have an impact on your children. Non-verbal communication is an essential part of communication as a whole and deserves some thought. This will include things like facial expressions, gestures, posture and eye contact.
Read MoreThis article is going to solely examine the role the parents play in sport and how this behaviour could affect your child. This feature will offer some practical examples for the role / duty of the parent.
Read MorePressure is ever-present in competitive sport and the ability to deal with this pressure is important for a successful performance. The nerves we feel occurs because when we are about to compete we unconsciously assess the demands and stressors of that event.
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