Jun 13, 2017
Sigma coach Arthur Lynch interviews sport psychology PhD
researcher Eoghan McNeill of the University of Limerick on applying
evidence-based sports psychology techniques to improve performance,
particularly in powerlifting and other self-paced/closed skill
sports.
Eoghan is a PhD researcher in the PESS department at the Univeristy
of Limerick. Eoghan's research examines improving performance in
self-paced sports (focusing on golf) through psychology techniques
and mental preparation. Eoghan has a MSc. in Sport and Exercise
Psychology from Ulster University, Jordanstown (UUJ). Eoghan can be
contacted at eoghan.mcneill@ul.ie
In This Episode We Discuss:
Pre-performance routine and the importance of conscious
thought
Use of first-person and third-person imagery for performance and
skill acquisition
Effective self-talk
Thought replacement strategy and reframing negative thoughts