OLYMPIC PREPARATIONS AND SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY
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The preparation period for the Olympic Games and other major international competitions is characterized by significant psychological pressure on both athletes and coaches. This prolonged process demands effective teamwork and the involvement of qualified sports psychologists who utilize techniques to optimize athletic performance. Extended training camps often lead athletes to experience emotional disturbances such as hostility, insecurity, anxiety, negative thinking, and self-doubt, which negatively affect their performance. Long-term tournaments reduce athletes’ extroversion, limit their social interactions, impair analytical thinking, and increase error rates. Therefore, managing psychological stress and ensuring mental readiness is crucial. Effective coping strategies, requiring professional psychological expertise, play a vital role in maintaining performance stability. Consequently, the certification and professional qualification of sports psychologists must be prioritized. Furthermore, during international competitions, adherence to fundamental psychological principles is essential for the success of the team. During international team travel, certain principles that must be known and implemented for effective team psychology should be adopted.
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