Developing Competitive Endurance Performance Using Mental Skills Training

2003 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 318-337 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard C. Thelwell ◽  
Iain A. Greenlees
Keyword(s):  
Endurance Performance ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Multiple Baseline ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Intervention Package ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Training Package ◽  
Mental Skill ◽  
Self Talk

The present study examined the effects of a mental skills training package on competitive gymnasium triathlon performance and evaluated the utilization and impacts of the mental skills during performance. Four participants competed against each other on ten occasions in a single-subject multiple baseline across individuals design, which was used to evaluate an intervention package including goal setting, relaxation, imagery, and self-talk. The results indicated the mental skills package to be effective in enhancing all participants’ competitive triathlon performance and usage of mental skills from baseline to intervention phases. Qualitative data revealed that each of the mental skills were employed both prior to and during each triathlon and had varying impacts depending on when they were utilized. Issues regarding mental skill effectiveness and usage within competitive endurance performance are discussed.

The Effects of a Mental Skills Training Package on Gymnasium Triathlon Performance

2001 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-141 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard C. Thelwell ◽  
Iain A. Greenlees
Keyword(s):  
Goal Setting ◽  
Endurance Performance ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Multiple Baseline ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Intervention Package ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Training Package

The present study examined the effects of a mental skills training package on gymnasium triathlon performance. Five participants took part in a single-subject multiple baseline across individuals design, which was used to evaluate an intervention package including goal setting, relaxation, imagery, and selftalk. The results of the study indicated the mental skills package to be effective in enhancing triathlon performance for all five participants. Additionally, all participants increased their usage of mental skills from baseline to intervention phases. Follow-up social validation checks indicated all participants to have perceived the intervention to be successful and enjoyable, and all were satisfied with delivery and content of the package. In conclusion, the findings provide further evidence to suggest mental skills training packages to be effective for endurance performance.

The Effects of a Mental Skills Training Package on Equestrians

2007 ◽  
Vol 21 (3) ◽  
pp. 288-301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marsha L. Blakeslee ◽  
Dennis M. Goff
Keyword(s):  
Goal Orientation ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Training Package ◽  
Performance Change ◽  
Self Talk ◽  
Main Effect ◽  
Show Jumping ◽  
Rule Out

The present study examined the effectiveness of a mental skills training (MST) package employing relaxation, imagery, goal setting, and self-talk (strategies for improving performance and perceptions through cognitive-somatic techniques) on equestrian performance. A stratified random sample of 17 competitive collegiate horseback riders participated in this study: 8 received MST and 9 were controls. Riders’ goal orientation was also assessed and used to determine if there might be a relationship with performance change over time. Assessment of participants via performance in 2 horse shows revealed no interaction effect for group by time in either flat or show-jumping performance, but there was a significant main effect of time for performance improvement. Riders demonstrated a dominant mastery-approach goal orientation as hypothesized, but no significant correlations with performance change emerged. Findings do not rule out MST as a possible performance enhancing technique, but more research is needed to assess nomothetic MST package effects.

The Creation of a Mental Skills Training Program in Elite Youth Tennis: A Coach-Driven Approach to Developing Resilient, Confident Competitors

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 74-81
Author(s):  
E. Earlynn Lauer ◽  
Mark Lerman ◽  
Rebecca A. Zakrajsek ◽  
Larry Lauer
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Training Program ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Youth Sport ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Strength And Conditioning ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Self Talk ◽  
Strength And Conditioning Coach

In this paper, we describe the development and content of a mental skills training (MST) program and how a strength and conditioning coach/certified mental coach delivered this program within a United States Tennis Association (USTA) Player Development (PD) program. The purpose of the MST program was to create resilient, confident youth tennis competitors. Specific mental strategies (i.e., journaling, routines, breathing, imagery, self-talk) were identified to best meet the objectives of the MST program and were delivered using a three-pronged approach: (a) classroom lessons, (b) strength and conditioning sessions and on-court lessons, and (c) homework assignments. Specific ways that the USTA PD coaches reinforced the use of these strategies during tennis practice are described. Recommendations for coaches to integrate an MST program in high-performance youth sport environments are also provided.

scholarly journals Effects of a Mental Training Package on an Endurance Performance

1998 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 283-299 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas D. Patrick ◽  
Dennis W. Hrycaiko
Keyword(s):  
Endurance Performance ◽  
Multiple Baseline ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Social Validation ◽  
Mental Training ◽  
Running Performance ◽  
Training Package ◽  
Treatment Package ◽  
Elite Runner

This study aimed to examine the effects of a mental training package on the performance of a 1600-m run. Participants were 3 male triathletes and 1 male elite runner. A single-subject multiple baseline across individuals design was employed to evaluate the treatment package. Results demonstrated that the mental training package was effective in improving the running performance of the three participants who received intervention. Social validation results were favorable and indicated that participants enjoyed using the mental training package and were pleased with the results. Further, coaches felt that the results were important, especially those for the elite track athlete.

The Effects of an Imagery Rehearsal, Relaxation, and Self-Talk Package on Basketball Game Performance

1990 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-166 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gail Kendall ◽  
Dennis Hrycaiko ◽  
Garry L. Martin ◽  
Tom Kendall
Keyword(s):  
Social Validity ◽  
Multiple Baseline ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Intervention Package ◽  
Basketball Players ◽  
Basketball Game ◽  
Self Talk ◽  
Validity Measures ◽  
Game Performance ◽  
Imagery Rehearsal

This study investigated the effects of an imagery rehearsal, relaxation, and self-talk package on the performance of a specific defensive basketball skill during competition. Subjects were four female intercollegiate basketball players. A single-subject multiple-baseline-across-individuals design was employed to evaluate the intervention package. The intervention was clearly effective in enhancing a basketball skill during games, and social validity measures were very positive. The need for further research in this area is discussed.

scholarly journals Case Study of Mental Skills Training for a Taekwondo Olympian

2016 ◽  
Vol 50 (1) ◽  
pp. 235-245 ◽  
Author(s):  
TaeHee Lim ◽  
David Michael O’Sullivan
Keyword(s):  
Attributional Style ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Mental Condition ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Psychological Skills ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Anxiety Management ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Performance Strategies

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to identify the effect of systematic mental skills training (MST) for a taekwondo gold medallist. Based on MST of other sports, this programme was designed for a single subject who competed in the Olympics. The Korean test of performance strategies, Sport Attributional Style in Korean Athletes, and a few sessions of interviews were applied to investigate the effect of MST. The pre and post-test mean scores of both the Korean test of performance strategies and Sport Attributional Style in Korean Athletes were compared. Interviews recorded the athlete’s psychological characteristics. Excluding the ‘activation’ variable, all of the psychological skills, e.g. self-talk (4.25–5), emotional control (3.75–4.5), automaticity (3.75–4.25), goal setting (4.5–5), imagery (4.25–5), negative thinking (3.25–4.75), anxiety management (4.5–5), and physical and mental condition (4.5–5) improved. MST is believed to have helped the athlete succeed.

A Mental Skills Training Program for the Western Australian State Cricket Team

1990 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 386-399 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sandy Gordon
Keyword(s):  
Training Program ◽  
Educational Philosophy ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Working Relationship ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Design And Implementation ◽  
Mental Skill ◽  
Australian State ◽  
Western Australian

This article describes the design, implementation, and evaluation of a mental skills training program for a professional cricket team. Formally initiated in 1987, the educational philosophy and style of operation of this program has evolved to accommodate three other younger representative teams—students from a local cricket academy—in addition to the unique requirements of senior professionals in the state team. A mental skills workbook represents a key resource to the professional team in a service that remains strictly optional. A model of elite cricketer development is presented, and six key mental skill areas are described together with four groups of recurring problems. Good one-on-one skills, a flexible nonacademic style, and good observational abilities have helped to facilitate effective consulting. In addition, regular evaluation by athletes and an excellent working relationship with an enlightened coach has been critical to both program design and implementation.

Effects of an Individualized Mental-Skills-Training Program on Golf Performance: A Single-Subject Research Design

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 275-289 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paul R. Ashbrook ◽  
Andrew Gillham ◽  
Douglas Barba
Keyword(s):  
Training Program ◽  
Research Design ◽  
National Collegiate Athletic Association ◽  
Skills Training ◽  
Division I ◽  
Single Subject ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Single Subject Research

Using a single-subject research design, a 1-to-1 tailored mental-skills-training (MST) program was created, implemented, and evaluated. During the 20-wk intervention phase, 6 National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I college golfers received a series of individually tailored MST sessions aimed at enhancing their mental skills and athletic performance. Each athlete’s golf performance, mental-skill frequency, and response to service were evaluated using visual inspection. Despite some limitations, results suggested that the 1-to-1 training program was effective, with nearly 50% of the performance and perception metrics improving from baseline and almost 80% of the mental skills improving. Follow-up analyses indicated that the program continued to positively affect performance into the next competitive season.

Mental Skills Training to Improve Soldier Performance: Development and Implementation

2010 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bernie Holliday ◽  
Louis Csoka ◽  
Coreen Harada ◽  
Jon Hammermeister ◽  
Michael A. Pickering ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skills Training ◽  
Mental Skills ◽  
Mental Skills Training ◽  
Performance Development
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