mental skills training Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is one common MST method used by athletes?
Imagery
What MST method involves internal dialogue?
Self-talk
What are thought control strategies also known as?
Reframing
What MST method manages physical and mental activation?
Arousal management techniques
What helps athletes ‘psych up’ without ‘psyching out’?
Pre-event routines
What plan helps athletes prepare for the competition itself?
Competition plan
What plan helps athletes cope with distractions?
Contingency plan (coping strategies)
What is the definition of an MST skill?
A quality or ability to be developed (e.g., emotion regulation)
What is the definition of an MST method?
A technique used to develop skills (e.g., goal setting)
MST foundation skills.
Self-confidence
Motivation
Commitment
MST performance skills
Optimal physical arousal (activation)
Optimal mental arousal
Optimal focus / concentration
MST Facilitative Skills
Interpersonal skills (e.g., communication)
Team-building
Psychological rehabilitation from injury
What is an MST Programme?
An individually designed “package” of methods tailored to a person’s skill needs
There is no one-size-fits-all MST programme
👉 Must conduct a needs assessment
What should precede an MST programme?
Needs assessment
What factors are assessed at the sport level?
Intensity, duration, team vs individual, skill demands
What are team-level factors for MST needs?
Size, level, coach, admin, team culture
What are tools for individual-level MST assessment?
Questionnaires, interviews, Peak Performance Profile, competition reflection forms
objectives of MST
help athletes perform to the best of their ability.
help athletes enjoy sport.
develop MS as life skills.
MST self talk what does it do
causes intentional thinking. helps us select and maintain the correct focus. and shifting focus.
