1. Mental preparation Content 2.4.1
Mental preparation for performance: warm up; mental
rehearsal

2. Task
Think back to the last time you had a poor sporting performance… List some of the reasons why you think this happened…

3. Use of a warm up as mental preparation
Purpose of a warm up has already been covered rom a physical point of view.
A warm will also encourage mental preparation…
Control emotions
Develop confidence
Removing negative thoughts

4. Task Watch the video link below…
Think about why managing your stress is important
Discuss with a partner and be ready to feedback to the rest of the class
Stress in sporting environments

5. Mental Rehearsal
Coaches help to develop this mental picture using visual guidance and then refine it using feedback
Can be used during rest/recovery periods in training to allow for mental practice
Benefits of mental rehearsal…
Learning a new skill
Develop and existing skill
Reinforces what they need to do without using energy
Increase confidence
Focus concentration

6. Task
For the sports below explain which skill, technique or tactic they may mentally rehearse for… e.g. Rugby Player- Hooker might focus on the lineout throw Netballer Snowboarder 100m Sprinter Relay runner Diver Triple jumper