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  • Cognitive Psychology

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  • Investigates neural activity during shooting performance using event-related desynchronization/synchronization (ERD/ERS).
  • Utilizes the multi-action plan (MAP) model to differentiate performance types.
  • Focuses on optimal-automated and optimal-controlled performance states.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore theta and alpha ERD/ERS activity during shooting performance.
  • To examine neural correlates of optimal-automated and optimal-controlled shooting.
  • To link psychophysiological states to distinct performance experiences within the MAP model.

Main Methods:

  • Employed ERD/ERS analysis to assess cortical dynamics in ten elite shooters.
  • Conducted a 4x3 repeated measures ANOVA on theta, low alpha, and high alpha bands.
  • Analyzed ERD/ERS percentages across scalp electrodes for 120 shots per participant.

Main Results:

  • Synchronization (ERS) correlated with optimal-automated performance, supporting the neural efficiency hypothesis.
  • Desynchronization (ERD) was linked to optimal-controlled performance, indicating neural adaptability.
  • Distinct patterns of theta and alpha activity were observed for different performance types.

Conclusions:

  • Findings align with the MAP model's conceptualization of four performance states.
  • Psychophysiological states are uniquely associated with different performance experiences.
  • The MAP model provides a framework for developing cognitive and neurofeedback-based performance enhancement strategies.