Journal article
The role of mental toughness in the occurrence of flow and clutch states in sport
International journal of sport psychology, Vol.51(1), p.1
01/01/2020
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Abstract
Mental toughness (MT) is a personality construct that enhances performance in sport, while flow and clutch states are psychological states that underlie excellent athletic performance. This study explored whether flow and clutch states differed between higher MT (HMT) and lower MT (LMT) athletes. Sixteen athletes (HMT n = 8; LMT n = 8) were tracked for five sport performances, and the occurrence of flow and clutch states was explored through event-focused interviews. Data were analysed in the HMT and LMT subgroups in terms of the initiation of both flow and clutch states, and the sustainment of both flow and clutch states. Contrasts were apparent between subgroups, with differences reported in the initiation of flow and clutch states, and the sustainment of clutch states. Findings suggest individual differences in the occurrence of flow and clutch states between HMT and LMT athletes, and extend understanding of MT, flow, and clutch states.
Details
- Title
- The role of mental toughness in the occurrence of flow and clutch states in sport
- Creators
- Patricia C Jackman - University of LincolnLee Crust - University of LincolnChristian Francis James Swann - Southern Cross University
- Publication Details
- International journal of sport psychology, Vol.51(1), p.1
- Publisher
- Edizioni Luigi Pozzi; Rome
- Identifiers
- 991012865699702368
- Academic Unit
- School of Health and Human Sciences; Human Sciences; Faculty of Health
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article