CSC Sports Psychology and Motivation 3

Question 1

What is 'attribution theory' and how does it relate to athlete motivation?

Accepted Answer

A framework explaining how athletes interpret the causes of their successes and failures, influencing future motivation

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The theory that physical traits are fixed and unchangeable

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A nutritional theory about macronutrient balance

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A periodization model for long-term planning

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a 'process goal' in athletic goal-setting?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining proper foot placement during every set of squats

Answer

Winning the national championship

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Squatting 300 lbs by the end of the season

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Beating a personal record in the next competition

Question 3

How can a strength coach use positive reinforcement effectively during training?

Accepted Answer

Provide specific, timely praise or reward for desired behaviors immediately after they occur

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Punish all errors harshly to eliminate bad habits

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Only praise athletes at the end of the season

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Ignore performance to let athletes self-correct

Question 4

Which stress management technique involves systematically tensing and releasing muscle groups to develop body awareness and reduce physical tension?

Accepted Answer

Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR)

Answer

Imagery rehearsal

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Mindfulness meditation

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Biofeedback

Question 5

According to self-determination theory (SDT), which three basic psychological needs must be met for athletes to maintain intrinsic motivation?

Accepted Answer

Autonomy, competence, and relatedness

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Power, status, and financial reward

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Fear, obligation, and external pressure

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Routine, discipline, and obedience

Question 6

What is 'mental toughness' most accurately defined as in high-performance sport?

Accepted Answer

The psychological edge that enables athletes to perform consistently under pressure, adversity, and distraction

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The ability to train through injury without complaint

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Physical fitness that exceeds all competitors

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Aggression and hostility during competition