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| Sports & Exercise Psychology |
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| Scientific study of people in sport and exercise activities and the practical application of that knowledge. |
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1895-1920.
- 1897 - wanted to understand why cyclists rode faster in groups vs. alone
- Studied speed a child could reel in fish alone vs. presence of other kids
-Reeled in faster with other kids = proved performance influenced by others |
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-"Father of American Sport Psychology”
-Worked with Chicago Cubs, Notre Dame, Red Grange, etc.
-Developed first sport psychology lab (Univ of Illinois)
- Published 25 articles, two books: “Psychology of Coaching” and “Psychology of Athletics.” |
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Research: aimed at advancing knowledge and sharing it in journals/conferences
Teaching: teaching university courses in psychology or exercise/sport science
Consulting: work directly with athletes/performers |
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- Created the field of kinesiology.
- Studied sport and motor skill acquisition.
- Created the discipline of exercise and sports science, now known as kinesiology.
- Trained students, professors spread the field. |
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| Association for Applied Sports Psychology. |
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