Athletes worrying about freezing up or dealing with uncomfortable physical sensations of anxiety during competition can develop focus strategies. By learning to turn the focus away from the fearful sensation or situation, an athlete can shift attention back into participating in their sport.

2022年3月9日 · Sports performance anxiety, also called sports anxiety or competitive anxiety, is incredibly common. Estimates suggest anywhere from 30 to 60 percent of athletes experience it, according to a...

2023年1月24日 · Sport performance anxiety, sometimes called "choking," involves a decrease or impairment in performance due to perceived stress. Such stress is often caused by an athlete's high expectations and the added pressure of being observed by onlookers. Performance anxiety symptoms are often present in athletes.

2023年11月10日 · A lot of the time, anxiety is referred to in sports as performance anxiety. This term refers to the intense state of worry and nervousness athletes and performers find themselves in leading up to competition.

2024年7月29日 · Learn about sports anxiety, its impact on athletes, signs to recognize, therapy approaches, and strategies for managing anxiety to improve athletic performance.

To date, much research has been devoted to understanding how anxiety can affect sport performance, both in practice and in competitive settings. It is well known that sport has the potential for high levels of stress and anxiety, and that practicing and employing a range of psychological strategies can be beneficial in anxiety management.

2022年5月18日 · One common mental state athletes experience is anxiety. Sports performance anxiety can impact anywhere between 30 percent to 60 percent of athletes. So, how does anxiety present itself, how does it impact sports performance, and how can athletes properly manage it?

2024年10月14日 · Sports performance anxiety, also called sports anxiety or competitive anxiety, can be a common yet uncomfortable experience that occurs in an estimated 30% to 60% of people. Additionally, research by the NCAA shows that nearly 85% of certified athletic trainers believe anxiety is currently an issue for the student athletes with whom they work.

Anxiety in Athletes provides information, resources, and materials about anxiety and OCD as they relate to sports and athletics. It offers tools for team staff (coaches, managers, trainers, etc.) who may work with athletes with anxiety and/or OCD.

2014年12月11日 · Anxiety disorders can affect a student athlete’s ability function effectively – academically, athletically or socially. Symptoms of anxiety disorders often worsen under stress.