Using mental imagery to enhance intrinsic motivation

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Analysis of data from 39 beginner golfers from a university revealed that mental imagery improved the motivation levels of golfers. Golfers in the performance imagery condition spent relatively more time practicing putting a golf ball than golfers in the control state. Golfers using mental imagery set bigger goals, had more practical expectations and attended training programs more regularly.

Golfers, Putting (Golf)

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Relationships between physical self-presentation and sport competition trait anxiety: a preliminary study

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A study reveals that women's sport competition trait anxiety (A-trait) is correlated with anxiety about their appearance and how they present themselves socially. Individuals with high and low A-traits perceive threat in a sport competition differently. The study also suggests that women may be threatened by a negative evaluation of both sports performance and physical appearance.

Women athletes, Self-presentation, Self presentation

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Is the Social Physique Anxiety Scale really multidimensional? Conceptual and statistical arguments for a unidimensional model

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The accuracy of the Social Physique Anxiety Scale has been increased through conversion from a two-factor model to a nine-item, single-factor model. The scale, which measures anxiety experienced when others judge one's physique, was modified to avoid unclear answers from respondents. Items analyzed by the model include body mass index, body shape and physical self-esteem.

Health aspects, Models, Self-perception, Behavioral assessment, Anxiety, Self perception

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