This article explores the relationship between emotional state and sports performance, based on research that integrates knowledge from different areas, such as psychoanalysis, philosophy, educational psychology, physiology and sports psychology.
The research in question, conducted by Núñez Cruz and Agrela Rodrigues (2022), investigated how the application of techniques and concepts from these different areas can influence the performance of athletes, especially in high-pressure sports, such as football. The authors argue that the athlete’s emotional state plays a crucial role in their performance, and that the use of tools such as psychoanalysis, creative visualization and mental training can help optimize performance.
One of the key points of the research is the importance of understanding the emotional triggers that can affect an athlete’s performance. By analyzing behavior and identifying the stimuli that trigger negative responses, it is possible to develop strategies to deal with these emotions and improve performance.
Another relevant aspect is the influence of learning models on sports performance. The research highlights the importance of repetition and reward in the learning process and how these concepts can be applied to the sporting context. Repetition, for example, can lead to the automation of movements and techniques, while reward can be used as a motivator for the athlete.
Furthermore, the research addresses the concept of “fight or flight state”, a physiological response to stressful situations that can affect an athlete’s performance. The ability to control this response and remain calm under pressure is fundamental to sporting success.
Reference :
NÚÑEZ CRUZ, Lincol; RODRIGUES, Fabiano de Abreu Agrela. The application of changes in emotional state in sports performance. Ciencia Latina Multidisciplinary Scientific Journal, v. 6, no. 2, p. 2723-2730, 2022.
