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Understanding psychological preparation for sport: theory and practice of elite performers
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Sport ParticipationPerformance StudiesAttention ControlPsychological PreparationElite PerformersBasic Psychological SkillsHealth SciencesHigh-performance SportEducational PsychologyMotivationSkilled PerformanceSocial SciencesSport PsychologySport ScienceExercise PsychologyPsychologyAthletic Training
INTRODUCTION. Why Write Yet Another Book on Psychological Preparation? CURRENT STATE OF KNOWLEDGE REGARDING PSYCHOLOGICAL PREPARATION FOR SPORTS PERFORMANCE. Basic Psychological Skills. Self-Confidence. Motivation. Arousal and Activation. Stress and Anxiety. Concentration and Attention Control. Coping with Adversity. IMPLICATIONS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS. A Unifying Model of Psychological Preparation for Peak Athletic Performance. Future Research Directions. Implications for Guiding Practice.