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Sports Psychology: Mental Preparation

Synopsis
This film addresses the psychology of Olympic and elite athletes from diving, water polo, athletics and triathlon. Also included are insights from leading coaches and sports psychologists on how athletes can use concentration, visualisation and mental rehearsal techniques to improve performance. What’s the best method for overcoming mistakes and how might athletes better train their mind? This film illustrates how sports science has shifted from the physical to mental processes of athletes and what the future may hold for sporting performance.
Language
English
Country
Australia
Year of release
2012
Availability
Out of distribution 2015
Subjects
Sports science
Keywords
athletics; diving; sports psychology; water sports

Distribution Formats

Type
DVD
Format
Region 2 PAL
Price
£82.80
Availability
Sale
Duration/Size
16 minutes
Year
2014

Production Company

Name

VEA

Email
vea@vea.com.au
Web
http://www.vea.com.au/ External site opens in new window
Address
316 - 328 Napier Street
Fitzroy
3550 Victoria
Australia
Notes
The company ceased trading June 2015.

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