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1Singapore University of Social Sciences, Singapore, Singapore. emilyortega@suss.edu.sg.
Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback
|November 11, 2017
Summary
Heart rate variability (HRV) can objectively measure an athlete's pre-competition psychological state. Higher HRV correlates with better self-efficacy and shooting performance, aiding in optimizing athletic readiness.
Area of Science:
- Sport Science
- Psychophysiology
- Performance Psychology
Background:
- Heart rate variability (HRV) is primarily used in sport science for physiological monitoring.
- HRV's potential as an objective indicator of an athlete's psychological state before competition is underexplored.
- Understanding the pre-performance physiological state is crucial for optimizing athletic outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between HRV, self-efficacy, and shooting performance in athletes.
- To determine if HRV can serve as an objective measure of an athlete's pre-competition psychological state.
- To compare HRV and mental skill usage across different skill levels (novice, intermediate, advanced) in sport shooters.
Main Methods:
- 61 sport shooters (novice, intermediate, advanced) participated.
- Assessed HRV, self-efficacy, and mental skill usage before a standard shooting task.
- Correlational and predictive analyses were conducted to examine relationships.
Main Results:
- HRV showed a significant positive correlation with self-efficacy and shooting performance.
- HRV was a significant predictor of shooting performance.
- Advanced shooters exhibited lower pre-shooting heart rate and utilized more mental skills (self-talk, relaxation, imagery, automaticity) than novice and intermediate shooters.
Conclusions:
- HRV is a valuable tool for objectively assessing an athlete's pre-competition physiological and psychological state.
- Coaches and athletes can leverage HRV insights to implement strategies for improving pre-performance readiness and optimizing performance.
- HRV measurement offers a practical approach to enhance athlete preparation and competitive outcomes.
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