Effects of A Mindfulness Meditation Intervention On Flow Experiences - Quinones-Paredes, David J.;Vealey, Robin S.
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Sport competition is becoming more demanding for student-athletes. Bernier and colleagues (2009) stated that optimal performances does not require the reduction of internal states. Mindfulness Meditation training promotes a non-judging awareness, acceptance and focus on the task at hand, which could be serve as a complementary approach to traditional use of psychological skills training for improving performance and well-being. The construct of Mindfulness appears is compatible with flow and peak performance in sport (Birrer, Röthlin, & Morgan, 2012). The use of psychological skills training…mehr

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Sport competition is becoming more demanding for student-athletes. Bernier and colleagues (2009) stated that optimal performances does not require the reduction of internal states. Mindfulness Meditation training promotes a non-judging awareness, acceptance and focus on the task at hand, which could be serve as a complementary approach to traditional use of psychological skills training for improving performance and well-being. The construct of Mindfulness appears is compatible with flow and peak performance in sport (Birrer, Röthlin, & Morgan, 2012). The use of psychological skills training on a regular basis has been relevant for performing under pressure (Weinberg & Comar, 1994). However, this could not be effective for every athlete, and psychological skills training programs are not always the most effective way to achieve ideal performances states (Gardner & Moore, 2004, 2006). Rather, this approach could be a possibility for competitive performers who do not benefit from the traditional psychological skill training or traditional interventions. It is especially relevant for those with inflexible cognitive and behavioral patterns responses under pressure.
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David studied Psychology at Los Andes University in Colombia then studied Sport Psychology at Miami University of Ohio. His passion for mental skills training in sport set him into the Colombian Olympic Committee. He is now an outstanding academic and is a private consultant with an interest on mindfulness to achieve athletes' optimal performances.