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Integrating the dual-system theory in motor: dynamic framework construction for motor decision-making
Zidong Huang1, Xiaozhuo Wei1, Xutao Liu1
1School of Physical Education, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology, Zhenjiang, China.
Frontiers in Psychology
|January 29, 2026
Summary
This study introduces a new framework integrating task constraints, physiological states, and experience to explain dynamic motor decision-making in sports. It addresses performance fluctuations by examining how these factors interact within dual-system models.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Cognitive Psychology
- Motor Control
Background:
- Existing dual-system models of motor decision-making are often static and fail to capture dynamic performance fluctuations in sports.
- Research frequently isolates factors, neglecting the interactive effects of external tasks, internal states, and experience levels.
Purpose of the Study:
- To construct an integrated theoretical framework for motor decision-making.
- To reveal the dynamic interaction mechanisms of dual systems by incorporating task constraints, physiological states, and experience.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review and critical analysis were conducted.
- A theoretical framework was developed, integrating task constraints (time pressure, complexity), physiological states (fatigue, arousal), and experience level (expert-novice).
Main Results:
- A coherent theoretical framework was established, outlining the interactive influence of the three core dimensions on dual-system dynamics.
- The framework offers mechanistic explanations for athlete performance variability and decision errors.
Conclusions:
- The proposed framework provides a systematic, ecologically valid model for motor decision-making.
- It shifts focus from isolated factors to a multi-dimensional interactive view, guiding future empirical research in sports contexts.
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