EXER 421 - Sport Psychology

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The psychological foundations that underlie sport and physical performance, with the emphasis on application rather than theory. Includes motor skill learning, motivation, social interaction, mental training, and the effects of stress, injury and burnout. Examines goal setting, characteristics of peak performance, relaxation, imagery training, and implementing psychological training programs. Fall and Spring. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 222.