Mindfulness, cognitive load, and performance: examining the interplay of stress and self-regulation in physical
Songhu Kong1, Lingling Qiu2, Yangyang Su1
1Department of Basic Subjects Teaching, Xinjiang University of Political Science and Law, Tumshuk, Xinjiang, China.
Purpose:
This study investigates the role of mindfulness practices and self-regulation in reducing cognitive load stress and enhancing physical performance among university students in physical education. Using a comprehensive structural model, the research explains the mediating effect of cognitive load stress and the moderating role of self-regulation in these relationships.
Methods:
Data collected from 498 students were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling, ensuring robust measurement and predictive validity.
Results:
The findings reveal that mindfulness practices significantly reduce cognitive load stress and directly enhance physical performance. Besides, cognitive load stress acts as a mechanism through which mindfulness improves performance, indicating an indirect effect. Moreover, self-regulation strengthens both the direct and indirect pathways, highlighting its role in shaping these relationships.
Conclusion:
The study contributes to goal-setting theory and stress and coping theory by clarifying the mechanisms linking mental strategies to physical outcomes.
Implications:
Practical implications suggest integrating mindfulness and self-regulation strategies into physical education programs to foster improved performance and well-being. These insights highlight the value of holistic approaches in educational settings.
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