MSHP 539 - Introduction to Sport & Human Performance

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This foundational course is designed to help students understand the origins and functions of the related fields of sport and human performance. It will include a historical analysis of the creation of sport psychology, tracing its roots to exercise science and cognitive-behavioral theory. Professional organizations focused on both areas will be discussed (e.g., Association for Applied Sport Psychology [AASP], U. S. Olympic Committee Sport Psychology & Mental Training Registry, American Psychological Association Division 47-Sport, Exercise & Performance Psychology). Issues that impact sport and mental performance will be considered, such as personality, motivation and stress. Theoretical foundations and evidence-based research on improving human performance will include arousal regulation, imagery, goal-setting, self-monitoring, stress management, and problem solving will be reviewed. The impact of physical activity on overall health, psychological well-being and performance (e.g., obesity, smoking cessation) will be considered.