Psychology of Sports: Understanding PST
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What is a common misconception about psychological skills in sports?

  • Champions are born with mental skills (correct)
  • Concentration is an innate ability that cannot be taught
  • Mental skills are only important for professional athletes
  • They can be developed through practice and training

    • What is a common barrier to teaching mental skills in sports, according to junior tennis coaches?

  • Lack of expertise in PST
  • Lack of time (correct)
  • Resistance from athletes
  • Insufficient facilities

    • What is a common approach to teaching concentration in sports?

  • Providing individualized coaching on mental skills
  • Conducting group sessions on mental preparation
  • Shouting instructions to athletes during competition (correct)
  • Encouraging athletes to focus on their breathing

    • What is the goal of the education phase in PST programs?

    <p>To demonstrate the importance of PST</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do coaches often determine the importance of the mental side of sport performance?

    <p>By asking participants about their perceptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason why athletes and coaches do not practice psychological skills?

    <p>Too little time</p> Signup and view all the answers

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