Athletic Insight's Writings of 2012

This book provides a forum for discussion of topics that are relevant to the field of sport psychology. The subjects covered will include theory, research, and practice of sport psychology, as well as social issues related to the field of athletics. Some topics discussed include the assimilation and delivery of acceptance-based behavioural interventions in sport psychology; peer review processes and implications for sport and exercise psychology; understanding exercise and the self through critical self-awareness and aesthetic self-stylisation; internet usage patterns and ethical concerns in exercise psychology; mental techniques and preparation strategies used by Olympic Gold medallists; the psychological components of elite cycling; student athlete''s transition to high achievement sport; performance enhancement and stress reduction using biofeedback; measuring motivation for physical activity; and demographic characteristics and motivational patterns of masters level competitive cyclists.