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What is a common misconception about psychological skills in sports?
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?
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?
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?
What is the goal of the education phase in PST programs?
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How do coaches often determine the importance of the mental side of sport performance?
How do coaches often determine the importance of the mental side of sport performance?
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What is a common reason why athletes and coaches do not practice psychological skills?
What is a common reason why athletes and coaches do not practice psychological skills?
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