Intervention

Question 1

High BPM Music

Answer 1

• 120 to 180 BPM
• Hip hop, Rock, Dance
• Increases motivation, focus, elevates heart rate and releases adrenaline

Question 2

Imagery (Definition)

Answer 2

Internal symbolic sensory experience, involves the creation in the mind of as many senses as possible
- Confidence, energising, relaxation

Question 3

Self Talk ( Definition)

Answer 3

Refers to the internal dialogue that athletes have with themselves
- Positive, negative, instructional, motivational

Question 4

Low BPM Music

Answer 4

• 60 to 80 beats per minute (mimics resting heart rate)
• Reduces anxiety, enhances focus

Question 5

Goal Setting

Answer 5

• Goal is what an individual is trying to accomplish. The object or aim of an action
• Timescales = Short (1- 3 months), Medium (3-6 months), Long ( 6+ Months)
• Progressive, linked and flexible
• SMART
• Outcome, Performance, Process, Competitive, Mastery

Question 7

Performance Profiling

Answer 7

• Technique used to identify strengths and areas for improvement and helps gain an understanding of an athlete
  1. Identify qualities
  2. Rate qualities on performance wheel
  3. Identify strengths and weaknesses
  4. Set SMART goals
  5. Repeat and monitor

Question 8

Pep Talk

Answer 8

Short motivational speech delivered by coach or teammate that aims to boost confidence, energy and focus before competition