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Area of Science:

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Motor Learning
  • Sports Science

Background:

  • Visual illusions can affect performance in tasks like golf putting.
  • Previous research showed immediate performance benefits from perceived hole size.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the long-lasting effects of visual illusions on motor learning in golf putting.
  • To determine if practicing with perceived larger or smaller holes influences skill retention.

Main Methods:

  • Nongolfers practiced putting with projected circles altering perceived hole size.
  • Two groups used either small (perceived larger hole) or large (perceived smaller hole) surrounding circles.
  • A retention test was conducted one day after practice without illusions.

Main Results:

  • Perception of hole size was influenced by surrounding circles.
  • Self-efficacy was higher when the hole appeared larger.
  • Putting accuracy in retention was significantly greater for the group practicing with the perceived larger hole.

Conclusions:

  • Practicing with a perceived larger target enhances motor learning and retention in golf putting.
  • Visual perception plays a crucial role in skill acquisition and long-term performance.
  • The findings have implications for training strategies in sports requiring accurate targeting.