Sport psychology

Sport psychology is defined as the study of the psychological basis, processes, and effects of sport. One definition of sport sees it as "any physical activity for the purposes of competition, recreation, education or health". Sport psychology is an interdisciplinary science that draws on knowledge from related fields such as biomechanics, physiology, kinesiology, and psychology.

It studies how psychological factors influence athletic performance, and how participation in sport and exercise impacts psychological, social, and physical well-being.
Sport psychologists also teach cognitive and behavioral techniques to athletes to enhance both their performance and overall experience in sports.

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