Mental Game Performance Psychology

from DIVOT Magazine Expo Issue 2023

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p y ommended process for a golf shot, and the purpose is to generate good outcomes Decision-making and skill execution are the main factors in a golfer's satisfaction with a golf shot; furthermore, a golf swing has different elements than a putting stroke (van der Lei & Tenenbaum, 2012) Physical, cognitive, and emotional factors are associated with skill development and execution (Vast et al , 2009) van der Lei and Tenenbaum (2012) explained that heart

, y performance So, the relationship between mastery and decision-making is significant to gratification

The data reveals that combining physical and cognitive skill development creates optimum performance. Skills are actions performed on demand based on the situation; however, there are multiple layers to capabilities, choices, and execution Solid decision-making in competitive golf depends on awareness and trust in skills, and

978-267-5047 free-flowing movements are associated with performance satisfaction and positive outcomes (van der Lei & Tenenbaum, 2012) Physical fitness boosts distance, ac- curacy, and technique because the golfer's flexibility, strength, and balance support skill development (Torres et al , 2011 ) However, the energy created by emotions causes distraction from the athletic task and environmental stimuli; furthermore, a build-up of tension reduces physical movement (Vast et al , 2009) Since behavior can change when a human collides with internal and external factors that generate emotions, mental skills are needed to cope with emotions and cause positive outcomes (Vast et al , 2009) Thus, intentional cognitive skills development can help golfers navigate the internal and external factors that affect performance

The benefit of cognitive coaching is the coordination of brain training, physical training, and performance goals. Arnold Palmer said, "Success in golf depends less on the strength of body, more on the strength of mind and character " Since mental skills training can benefit your golf game, consider adding mind development to your golf performance plan Book a free consultation today at Hensey Sports (https://henseysports com)

About the Author:

Jonathan Hensey

MS Education & MS Sports Psychology

References

Torres-Ronda, L , Sánchez-Medina, L , & GonzálezBadillo, J J (2011) Muscle strength and golf performance: A critical review Journal of sports science and medicine, 10(1), 9-18 van der Lei, H , & Tenenbaum, G (2012) Performance processes within affect-related performance zones: A multi-modal investigation of Golf Performance Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback, 37(4), 229–240 https://doi org/10 1007/s10484-012-9195-0

Vast, R L , Young, R L , & Thomas, P R (2009) Emotions in sport: Perceived effects on attention, concentration, and performance Australian Psychologist, 45(2), 132–140 https://doi org/10 1080/00050060903261538

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