Abstract
Two studies explored the relationship between emotions, perceived mental effort and concentration disruption in adult sport performers. In Study 1, semi-professional association football players completed questionnaire measures before and after a competitive match. In Study 2, student athletes completed questionnaire measures for two performance scenarios: one in which they were performing above their normal level and one in which they were performing below their normal level. Findings demonstrated that cognitive trait anxiety was associated with greater disruptions in concentration but was unrelated to mental effort.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 697-706 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | European Journal of Sport Science |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 6 |
Early online date | 20 Feb 2013 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2013 |
Keywords
- emotions
- positive psychology
- sport psychology