Sport psychologist based in stockport, greater Manchester. Helping support athletes as their sport psychologist offering sport psychology support.
Psychological Skills Training for Strongman: Unleashing the Power Within. Strongman competitions require athletes to possess immense physical strength, but few consider the psychological skills necessary to excel in this demanding sport. This article explores the psychology of strongman and the importance of psychological skills training for enhancing performance and mental resilience. By understanding the psychological …
The Gold Medal Profile for Sport Psychology The Gold Medal Profile for Sport Psychology (GMP-SP) is a comprehensive framework developed by (Durand-Bush et al., 2022). for assessing the mental performance competencies of elite-level athletes. It aims to provide a standardized method for evaluating and developing the psychological skills necessary for optimal athletic performance. The GMP-SP …
Benefits of Meditation Meditation has become an increasingly popular practice among athletes over the past few decades. This journal will explore the benefits of meditation on sport performance, physical health, and mental health. Benefits of Meditation on Sport Performance1. Increases Focus and Concentration: Meditation can help athletes improve their focus and concentration. It enhances the …
Sport Psychology Research Sport psychology is an ever-evolving field, and there have been several recent research studies that shed new light on the relationship between sport psychology and performance. Here are some of the latest research findings related to sport psychology and performance: 1. Mindset Interventions: A recent study published in the Journal of Applied …
What motivates athletes? Motivation is a fundamental component of sports performance, and sport psychology applies a variety of motivational theories to enhance motivation among athletes. Some of the most important motivational theories used in sport psychology include: 1. Self-Determination Theory (SDT): Self-determination theory suggests that individuals have innate psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness. …
How Sport Psychology Helps Athletes Sport psychology is a specialized field that applies the principles of psychology to the world of sports. It can benefit athletes of all levels by helping them to manage their emotions, enhance their motivation, develop mental toughness, and improve their overall performance. This document will detail how athletes can benefit …
Dropping an Anchor In Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), dropping an anchor means using a mindful technique to ground oneself in the present moment and connect with the senses. This technique is used to help individuals become more aware of their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations without getting caught up in them. Examples Here are …
Develop an Alter Ego The alter ego approach in sport psychology is a technique used by athletes to enhance their performance by creating a separate persona or identity. This approach involves the athlete creating a distinct personality that is separate from their everyday self, and they adopt this persona when they are competing or training. …
Comparing yourself to other athletes I will provide a detailed explanation of the social comparison theory in sport psychology. Social comparison theory is a concept that has been widely used in the field of sport psychology. It is a theory that explains how people evaluate themselves based on the comparison with others. The theory was …
Concentration in Sport The different types of concentration used in sport psychology encompass a variety of mental skills that can improve performance, including cognitive, physical, and emotional techniques. Cognitive techniques such as imagery, goal setting, and self-talk can be beneficial in helping athletes focus on their abilities and the task at hand. Physical techniques, such …
