Action Sports Psychology and Innovation

The video explores the world of action sports and how athletes innovate by thinking like design engineers. It follows a group brainstorming for a toaster invention competition, drawing inspiration from action sports athletes. The video includes a visit to Woodward West, where they learn about the psychology of athletes and try skateboarding and BMX. Finally, they present their innovative toaster design, the Toast Coaster 5000.

What is the primary focus of action sports athletes?

• Winning competitions

• Gaining popularity

• Innovating their sport

• Building physical strength

What is the main challenge presented at the Invention Convention?

• Inventing a new energy drink

• Building a new sports facility

• Designing an innovative toaster

• Creating a new type of skateboard

How do action sports athletes approach their sports similarly to design engineers?

• By focusing on winning

• By developing new ideas and improving existing ones

• By competing internationally

• By training in multiple sports

What psychological trait is crucial for action sports athletes to succeed?

• Avoiding challenges

• Embracing fear

• Ignoring fear

• Seeking constant approval

What is the significance of goal setting for action sports athletes?

• It leads to better performance through clear, difficult goals

• It allows them to train less

• It helps them win more competitions

• It makes them more popular

What is a key factor that helps action sports athletes manage fear?

• Avoiding risky tricks

• Embracing fear to enhance focus

• Ignoring safety measures

• Relying solely on luck

What was the main activity at Woodward West?

• Learning to bake

• Attending a music concert

• Practicing action sports

• Designing new sports equipment

What innovative feature did the Toast Coaster 5000 include?

• Hydraulic system

• Wind energy

• Super magnets

• Solar power

What was the role of Chris Cherry at Woodward West?

• Professional athlete

• Facilities manager and ramp designer

• Marketing director

• Event coordinator

What was the ultimate goal of the practical experience at Woodward West?

• To win a competition

• To meet famous athletes

• To learn a new sport

• To overcome an innovation block