Peak performance
While psychology has primarily concentrated on peak performance in athletes, it is also a key concern for students, musicians, actors, academics, and business professionals.
Peak performance is like being in the zone, feeling that everything just clicks. It is that magical moment when you are doing your best work without even trying—when you're focused, confident, and everything feels effortless.
Mental readiness
Goal setting
Self-efficacy
Mental imagery
Relaxation
Attention control
Coping skills
Is your brain working for or against you?
Achieving peak performance might seem out of reach, but it's actually a skill anyone can develop. Studies show that this is actually a mix of:
Validating the efficacy of neurofeedback for optimising performance
Gruzelier, J., Egner, T., Vernon, D., 200
This study reviews research aimed at validating neurofeedback techniques for enhancing attention, memory, mood, and performance in music and dance. The results showed notable improvements in these areas based on cognitive and neurophysiological measurements.
Neurofeedback for Peak Performance Training
Pacheco NC, 2016
This article explores the benefits of neurofeedback for peak performance and emphasizes the need for personalized assessment to create effective training programs. Neurofeedback has been shown to be beneficial by enhancing attention, imagery, arousal levels, and reducing worry. However, because everyone’s brain activity is different and various sports require unique skills, neurofeedback isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for performance training. Tailored training plans based on these assessments and the specific demands of the sport are crucial.
Arns M, Kleinnijenhuis M, Fallahpour K, Breteler R, 2007
This study tested a new method to boost golf putting performance using personalized neurofeedback. Six participants received assessments to determine their optimal brain wave patterns for successful putting. They then practiced with and without feedback based on their brain activity. Results showed that participants made more successful putts during feedback sessions, improving by an average of 25%. This suggests that personalized neurofeedback can help golfers reach their optimal mental state, enhancing performance and offering potential clinical benefits.
The Effects of Hypnosis on Flow States and Three-Point Shooting Performance in Bastketball Players
Pates , Cummings A, Maynard I, 2002
This study explored how hypnosis affects flow states and three-point shooting in five college basketball players. Using a method that tracks participants' internal experiences, the study combined relaxation, imagery, hypnosis, and trigger control techniques. Results showed that all players improved their shooting accuracy and flow state during the intervention, with no overlap between baseline and intervention data. Participants also felt the hypnosis helped them stay confident and calm.
Hamid N, Abdoli R, Shahroie A, 2018
This study looked at how combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with positive imagery during hypnosis affects athletic performance. Thirty 14-year-old soccer players were divided into two groups: one received eight sessions of this therapy with hypnosis and positive imagination, while the other did not get any intervention. Before and after the treatment, both groups were tested on their soccer skills. The results showed that the group receiving the therapy improved significantly in key areas like shooting, passing, and target accuracy, compared to the control group.
Discover your new normal
Imagine a mind like a hungry black hole for knowledge. Your ideas are interconnected and each path leads to a new understanding. You don't just ace challenges, you redefine the parameters of the question.
You have a steady hand and build your world, brick by brick. Your body and mind are one, your focus is laser-sharp, and your movements fluid and effortless. You enjoy challenges and look for opportunities to become the best you can be.
