Sports Psychology and Mental Resilience · Mental Health
Arousal and Anxiety Control
Understanding the relationship between arousal levels and performance using the Inverted U Theory.
Key Questions
- 1How can an athlete identify their optimal zone of functioning?
- 2What breathing techniques are most effective for lowering heart rate before a penalty?
- 3Why do some athletes perform better under extreme pressure while others choke?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
GCSE: Physical Education - Sports PsychologyGCSE: Physical Education - Health, Fitness and Well-being
Year: Year 11
Subject: Physical Education
Unit: Sports Psychology and Mental Resilience
Period: Mental Health
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