International Martial Arts and Culture Journal.
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): International Martial Arts and Culture Journal

The Effects of Positive Self-Talk Among Winning Athletes in Martial Arts: A Mixed-Methods Study

Mortejo, Alonzo L (Unknown)
Mortejo, Jesselyn C (Unknown)



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Publish Date
15 Apr 2024

Abstract

Studi Purpose- Positive self-talk is a psychological strategy employed to enhance athletic performance and resilience. Method. This mixed-methods study explores the impact of positive self-talk on athletes' success in martial arts disciplines, including arnis, karate, and taekwondo. Quantitative data was collected through surveys administered to collegiate competitive athletes, and qualitative insights were derived from in-depth interviews with seven award winning martial artists. Result and Discussion. The study reveals that athletes using positive self-talk demonstrate statistically significant improvements in focus, motivation, and performance under pressure. Qualitative themes, such as increased confidence and reduced anxiety, complement these findings. These results suggest that structured positive self-talk interventions can optimize competitive outcomes for martial artists.

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imacj

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"International Martial Arts and Culture Journal" publishes original scientific articles on various aspects of physical culture, cultural tourism and humanities (Competition sport, philosophy, sociology, history, pedagogy and psychology) especially martial arts. It also includes reviews, polemics, ...