Approaches to performance development

Question 1

Approaches to develop the mental factor

Answer 1

• relaxation techniques(deep breaths)
• mental rehearsal
• positive self talk
• mental imagery
• cognitive and somatic techniques

Question 2

Approaches to develop the emotional factor

Answer 2

• team talks
• self talk (3Rs ‘Recognise, Regroup, Refocus’)
• mental imagery
• visualisation
• trust games
• cognitive and somatic techniques (management stress, emotions and disappointment)
• assertiveness training
• reward (intrinsic and extrinsic)

Question 3

Approaches to develop the social factor

Answer 3

• use of model performer
• building team dynamics
• group/partner work
• defining roles
• active listening
• plan to introduce a new activity
• self esteem building activities
• national/local events

Question 4

Approaches to develop the physical factor (fitness)
Training approaches ?
Principles of training ?

Answer 4

• Training approaches
  e. g. conditioning drills, fartlek,interval, continuous, circuits, plyometrics and weight training.

- Principles of training 
Specific
Progressive overload 
Frequency 
Intensity 
Duration 
Reversibility
Adaption

Question 5

Approaches to develop the physical factor (skills)
Training approaches ?
Principles of effective practice ?

Answer 5

- Training approaches
shadowing 
pressure drills
repetition drills
gradual build up 

- Principles of effective practice
Progression of practice 
Appreciation of work to rest ratio 
Boredom 
Fatigue 
Consideration of strengths and weaknesses
Comparison to model performer
variety 
enjoyment
SPORT 

GOAL setting
SMARTER / SMART

Question 6

Approaches to develop the physical factor (Tactics/competition)
Training approaches ?

Answer 6

- Training approaches 
modification or adapting strategies formation and or composition 
technical session
walk/run throughs rehearsal 
pace of practice