• What? Relaxation helps athletes handle stress and pressure during performance.

• Why? Relaxation

  • Controls anxiety.
  • Maintains optimum arousal levels, preventing over-arousal which can hinder performance.

• Did you know? 😲 Peak performers often report feeling relaxed during their top performances. But remember, this feeling can vary depending on the sport!

  Real-world example: A golfer might need to feel super chill before a putt, but a judo master is probably amped up and ready to throw down!

• Combat Sports (like Judo or Boxing): High arousal required! 🥊

• Target Sports (like Archery or Golf): Lower arousal, focus on precision. 🎯

Pro Tip: Always consider the sport's nature before deciding the level of relaxation needed.

• Definition: A relaxation technique focusing on tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups.
• Origins: Not new! Based on Jacobson’s PMR from 1938.
• Purpose
  • Boost self-awareness about body tension.
  • Understand the tension's effect on performance.
  Fun Fact: The ultimate goal? Achieving relaxation in mere seconds! But just like leveling up in a video game, mastering this technique takes time and practice.