WorksheetsACS(I) Sec 1 DSA Sport Psych Quiz
Total questions: 7
Worksheet time: 4mins
In terms of sporting preparation, which area do youth athletes typically spend the least time on?
Physical
Technical
Tactical
Mental
Which of the following is true about sport psychology?
It is a quick fix
Only people who are mentally weak need it
It can help athletes produce their best performance under pressure
Sport psychologists will make me do "weird" stuff
What is visualisation?
Mentally rehearsing scenarios in your mind
Vaguely trying to picture a situation that might happen
Only using your sense of sight and not the other senses
Seeing things occur in real life
What is self-talk?
Allowing your internal dialogue to just flow naturally
Negative criticism of yourself when you make mistakes
Mumbling to yourself when you are alone
Statements directed to yourself to facilitate performance
Which of the following is not a relaxation technique?
Diaphragmatic breathing
Listening to calming music
Continuously thinking about your big match the night before you sleep
Progressively tensing and easing your muscles
What is the purpose of pre-performance routines?
It serves to intimidate your opponent
It grounds you and calms you down before you perform a skill
Gives you a signature move that you can be known for
Helps to pass time when you are nervous
What kind of goals should you predominantly set for yourself?
Outcome
Ambitious
Process
Success
