PSY FP8840 Assessment1 1.docx PSY FP8840 Theoretical Framework Essay for Job Application

PSY FP8840 Assessment1 1.docx  PSY FP8840  Theoretical Framework Essay for Job Application  Principles of Sport Psychology Assessment 1  Capella University  Athletes today are faced with numerous obstacles blocking their path to success. These include training, ability, and mental well-being.  Having the ability to perform well is important, but having a strong mental state can impact an athlete s performance in many ways both negatively and positively.  Psychological theories can be used to assist athletes in achieving their optimum level of performance.  Many theoretical views exist that coaches and trainers can draw from to help develop  their framework for coaching and guidance with athletes. After much thought and examination, I fall into the framework of a motivational theorist coach.  My athletes set goals during the season and off season.  I encourage each athlete to set ambitious but reachable goals such as