The Effectiveness of a Mindfulness Training Program on Selected Psychological Indices and Sports Performance of Sub-Elite Squash Athletes

Wong, R. S. K.; How, P. N.; Cheong, Jadeera Phaik Geok

doi:10.3389/fpsyg.2022.906729

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“…Along the same lines, other studies have observed improvements in burnout [ 59 ], decreased stress and anxiety [ 3 , 37 ], improved mood [ 17 ], as well as higher levels of flow and improved sports performance [ 39 , 60 , 61 , 62 ] following the application of a mindfulness programme in athletes. Recent research suggests a reduction in depressive symptoms and an increase in psychological well-being [ 59 , 63 ] and self-compassion [ 3 ].…”

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Influence of Mindfulness on Levels of Impulsiveness, Moods and Pre-Competition Anxiety in Athletes of Different Sports

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Training in emotional regulation skills is one of the most important resources for the adaptation of athletes to contexts of sports pressure, especially during competitions. This study explored the effects of a mindfulness programme (Flow Meditation) on levels of impulsivity, mood and pre-competition anxiety-state in a sample of athletes (N = 41, 22.83 ± 5.62 years). Participants were randomly assigned to an intervention group (N = 21; 14 males and 7 females) which received the intervention over 10 weeks (a weekly session) and a control group (wait-list; N = 20; 13 males and 7 females). The variables under study were assessed through different questionnaires at pre- and post-test (T1–T2) in both groups. The mindfulness intervention was effective in reducing impulsivity (cognitive (t = −4.48, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.40), both motor (t = −4.03, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.20) and unplanned (t = −5.32, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.66)), mood (tension (t = −4.40, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.37), depression (t = −4.56, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.42), anger (t = −7.80, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 2.47), somatic anxiety (t = −5.28, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.65), and cognitive anxiety (t = −6.62, p ≤ 0.001, Cohen’s d = 2.07) in the intervention group compared to the control group and with large to very large effect sizes. Mindfulness is a factor that enhances athletes’ ability to cope with high sport pressure and the healthy management of competition (e.g., fear of failure), or with their daily life.

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“…Internal consistency was good (α = .92). The AAQ-II is also commonly used to examine inflexibility in both college-aged and athletic populations, and shows strong psychometric properties across cultures (Chang et al, 2017;Dehghani et al, 2018;Krafft et al, 2019;Wong et al, 2022).…”

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Inflexibility, Reactions to Retirement, and Mental Health in Elite Competitors: A Mediation Analysis

Zimmerman,

Bounds,

D’Aoust

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UniversityResearch suggests retirement from competition to be a significant life transition, categorized by both positive and negative experiences. Ample studies have shown that psychological inflexibility (i.e., a person’s difficulty in coping with and accepting distress) is a negative experience that can lead to adverse mental health outcomes within competitive contexts. However, no studies to date have examined the link between psychological inflexibility, reactions to retirement, and mental health outcomes in retired competitors. The present study examines how inflexibility and reactions to retirement are associated with depression and anxiety symptoms in a sample of former competitors within Drum Corps International, an elite marching and performance organization with mandatory retirement at age 21. Results from 223 retired competitors (age range 20-29, Mage = 24.27) were analyzed. Consistent with hypotheses, psychological inflexibility predicted depression and anxiety symptoms, and reactions to retirement partially mediated the relation between inflexibility and symptoms of depression. Specifically, positive reappraisal and loss of control reactions to retirement partially mediated psychological inflexibility’s association with depressive symptoms (with loss of control as the stronger mediator). Clinical implications for competitors approaching retirement are discussed, with emphasis on the utility of acceptance and commitment-based interventions.

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“…Thus, by promoting mindfulness, athletes are more likely to engage in self-reflective behavior. Research suggests that Mindful-ness-Acceptance-Commitment (MAC) interventions emphasize acceptance and non-reactivity, enabling individuals to cope with stress without being overwhelmed ( Wong et al, 2022 ). Athletes frequently encounter high-pressure situations and substantial physical and mental challenges, from which they can benefit by cultivating this calmness.…”

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Mindfulness and impulsive behavior: exploring the mediating roles of self-reflection and coping effectiveness among high-level athletes in Central China

Liang,

Jiang,

Wang

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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IntroductionIn the highly competitive field of sports, impulsive behavior by athletes not only threatens personal and team harmony but also poses significant risks to their careers and public image. Despite these behaviors often becoming the focus of public attention, their underlying causes and prevention strategies remain relatively unknown. This study delves deep into the impact of mindfulness on athletes’ impulsive behavior, revealing the mediating roles of self-reflection and coping effectiveness.MethodsUsing a combination of snowball and convenience sampling, a sample of 403 athletes from high-level sports teams in the Central China region participated in a questionnaire survey. The data were analyzed using Amos v.23 software.ResultsThe findings indicate a positive correlation between mindfulness and coping effectiveness (standardized coefficient = 0.336, p < 0.001), as well as between self-reflection and coping effectiveness (standardized coefficient = 0.406, p < 0.001). There is a negative correlation between coping effectiveness and impulsive behavior (standardized coefficient = −0.476, p < 0.001). The positive impact of mindfulness on impulsive behavior (standardized coefficient = −0.371, p < 0.01) is mediated by self-reflection and coping effectiveness. The explanatory power of this study is R2 = 0.35.DiscussionMindfulness reduces impulsive behavior by enhancing self-reflection capabilities and improving coping effectiveness. Based on these substantive research results, to mitigate impulsive behavior in athletes, it is recommended that the National Sports Administration and coaches actively implement mindfulness training. Additionally, targeted psychological intervention strategies should be developed to enhance athletes’ mental health levels and optimize their sports performance.

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The Effectiveness of a Mindfulness Training Program on Selected Psychological Indices and Sports Performance of Sub-Elite Squash Athletes

Cited by 8 publications

References 56 publications

Influence of Mindfulness on Levels of Impulsiveness, Moods and Pre-Competition Anxiety in Athletes of Different Sports

Influence of Mindfulness on Levels of Impulsiveness, Moods and Pre-Competition Anxiety in Athletes of Different Sports

Inflexibility, Reactions to Retirement, and Mental Health in Elite Competitors: A Mediation Analysis

Mindfulness and impulsive behavior: exploring the mediating roles of self-reflection and coping effectiveness among high-level athletes in Central China

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