A tool for measuring stress tolerance in elite athletes |
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| Authors: | Stewart T. Cotterill Ross Sanders Dave Collins |
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| Affiliation: | 1. University of Gloucestershire ,;2. University of Edinburgh ,;3. University of Central Lancashire , P2E Consultants |
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| Abstract: | The purpose of this investigation was to explore the nature of pre-performance routines used in golf. Six male international golfers were recruited to participate in this study (Age M = 29; handicap M = +1.5; years playing golf M = 16.25). The golfers were interviewed individually to gain an understanding of participants’ perceptions of the nature and function of their pre-performance routines. The data were thematically analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. In total, 9 super-ordinate themes emerged: allocation of attention, psychological skills, shot selection, routine mind set, routine composition, compulsive behaviors, routine evolution/application, top players, and moderating factors. Results suggest that the development of routines is dependent on the personality, coping resources, and situational appraisals of each individual performer. |
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