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Sports Psychology: Attention and concentration

Improving focus, attention, and concentration are important for athletes in all sports to perform at their best. An understanding of how to improve attention and concentration will help players & coaches to maximise their training potential.

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Narrow vs wide focus Narrow focus, also known as a “spotlight” or “tunnel vision,” involves directing attention to a specific aspect of the performance, such as a particular movement, object or opponent. This type of focus can be helpful when an athlete needs to execute a highly technical movement, like a golf swing or a gymnastics routine. Narrow focus allows the athlete to block out distractions and concentrate solely on the task at hand. On the other hand, wide focus […]

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