Effetti del self-talk istruttivo e motivazionale sulle prestazioni cognitive e tecniche di giovani portieri di calcio / Effects of the instructional and motivational self-talk on the cognitive and technical performance of young soccer goalkeepers
Marco Guicciardi
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2020-01-01
Abstract
Internal dialogue or self-talk is a mode often used by athletes to cope with the competition. The ability to focus on cue relevant for optimal execution of a technical movement can be increased by using self-talk or keywords. However, if not properly supported, internal dialogue can often result in statements of self- accusation or devaluation which can negatively interfere with performance. This experimental study aims to assess whether the instructive and motivational func- tions of intentional self-talk can affect the cognitive and technical performance of young football goalkeepers. Twelve goalkeepers enrolled in the “under14/15” and “under16/17” categories were invited to perform two technical gestures on the soccer field in a counterbalanced manner: the goalkeeper save and the goal kick. Subsequently, they were asked to use either a motivational or instructive guided self-talk. The levels of effectiveness and precision were both measured before and after the use of self-talk, as well as the frequency and type of inter- fering thoughts. The results showed a significant improvement in the goal kick, but not in the goalkeeper save. No significant changes were found in the fre- quency of interfering thoughts. In conclusion, intentional self-talk may help to consolidate the execution of specific technical gestures and might become a use- ful intervention strategy for mental preparation of young goalkeepers.File | Size | Format | |
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