Body, Mind, and Motivation: Psychosocial Approaches in Sport
Synopsis
Sports are more than just physical strength and technical skill; mental resilience, motivation, and emotional balance play equally critical roles in achieving success. This book aims to present the insights gained from psychosocial research in sports, grounded in scientific evidence, while being accessible to practitioners, coaches, and athletes alike. Structured into five comprehensive chapters, the book explores psychological well-being, motivation, mindfulness, emotion regulation, and their interplay with athletic performance. Each chapter integrates empirical literature and provides practical applications that can be implemented in daily training and competitive contexts. The goal of this work is to emphasize the significance of mental and emotional processes in sports and to provide strategies that enhance both performance and psychological well-being. By doing so, readers, including researchers, sports psychologists, and coaches, can better understand and address the psychosocial needs of athletes in both individual and team settings.
