The role of mental exercise in optimizing athlete performance: A systematic review of cognitive and psychological interventions

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dc.contributor.authorIhsan, Fadli
dc.contributor.authorMakadada, Fredrik Alfrets
dc.contributor.authorPandeleke, Tony
dc.contributor.authorPiri, Nolfie
dc.contributor.departmentSin departamento asociado
dc.date.accessioned2026-03-16T14:41:01Z
dc.date.available2026-03-16T14:41:01Z
dc.date.issued2026
dc.description.abstractThis study aimed to evaluate and analyze the role of mental training in optimizing athletes' performance, with a focus on cognitive and psychological interventions. The study was conducted using a systematic review method, using inclusion and exclusion criteria to select relevant articles from various databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. Of the 26 studies that met the criteria, it was found that mental training significantly improved the performance of athletes in various sports. Cognitive interventions, such as visualization and focus techniques, have been shown to be effective in improving concentration and reducing anxiety. In addition, psychological interventions, including stress management and confidence development, showed a significant positive impact on athletes' motivation and mental resilience. These results show that mental training not only contributes to improved physical performance, but also facilitates the mental development necessary to compete at a high level. These findings underscore the importance of integrating mental training in athletes' training programs to reach their maximum potential. Recommendations for further research include the exploration of new techniques and the development of mental training programs tailored to the specific needs of athletes. Thus, mental exercise can be recognized as an integral part of a holistic approach to improving sports performance.
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dc.identifier.citationSPORT TK. Year 2026. Volume 15. Article 7.
dc.identifier.doihttps://doi.org/10.6018/sportk.640081
dc.identifier.eissn2340-8812
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10201/220861
dc.languageeng
dc.publisherServicio de Publicaciones. Universidad dde Murcia
dc.relationSin financiación externa a la Universidad
dc.rightsAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International*
dc.rights.accessRightsinfo:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/*
dc.subjectAthlete Performance
dc.subjectCognitive Intervention
dc.subjectPsychological Intervention
dc.subjectSystematic Review
dc.subjectMental Exercise
dc.subject.odsNo relacionado con ningún objetivo de desarrollo sostenible
dc.titleThe role of mental exercise in optimizing athlete performance: A systematic review of cognitive and psychological interventions
dc.typeinfo:eu-repo/semantics/article
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