Performance Psychology for Sport and Other Domains
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 430
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 450
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Performance Psychology for Sport and Other Domains is an essential textbook for students interested in applying performance psychology theories, techniques, and tools to a variety of disciplines, including sport and exercise psychology, exercise science, medicine, athletic training, coaching, and many more.
The chapters are written by experts in their field with the student reader in mind. Each chapter begins with a case study from various fields, highlighting the topic in a real-world setting. Then, through accessible, concise, and application-oriented content, students will learn the theories and content to understand the subject. Whether your students aim to improve athletic performance, enhance patient outcomes, or elevate personal well-being, this book equips them with the psychological theories and tools needed to achieve their goals.
Chapter 1: Introduction to Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology - Megan M. Byrd & Eric M. Martin
Chapter 2: Cultural Considerations in Performance Psychology - Hannah Bennett & Terilyn C. Shigeno
Chapter 3: Doing the Right Thing is Never the Wrong Thing: Ethical Practice in Sport and Performance Psychology - Brandonn S. Harris & Megan M. Byrd
Chapter 4: Unraveling the Motivation Process: Lessons from Motivation Theories - Lori Gano-Overway & Marta Guivernau
Chapter 5: Promoting Exercise Initiation and Adherence: A Social Cognitive Approach - Duke Biber & Sara M. Powell
Chapter 6: Confidence to Perform - Robin S. Vealey and Christine E. Pacewicz
Chapter 7: Performing Under Pressure: Stress, Anxiety, and Coping - William Low, Joanne Butt, & Andrew Mills
Chapter 8: Dialing Into Peak Performance: Principles and Strategies of Arousal Regulation and Energy Management - Sarah Carson Sackett & Chelsea Duncan
Chapter 9: Self-Awareness Development and Application in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology - Michelle McAlarnen and Hayley Russell
Chapter 10: The Process of Setting Goals for Performance - Matthew D. Bird and Rebecca M. Hawkins
Chapter 11: Seeing Success: Imagery for Peak Performance - Stefanee Maurice and Robert Hilliard
Chapter 12: Locked In: The Science of Concentration for Performance - Christopher R. Hill
Chapter 13: Mind Over Chatter: How We Talk To Ourselves and Why It Matters - Takehiro Iwatsuki and Judy L. Van Raalte
Chapter 14: Playing With Fire: Exploring The Dynamics Of Anger and Aggression in Performance - Michelle L. Bartlett and Mitch Abrams
Chapter 15: Applying Self-Compassion And Mindfulness for Athletes, Performers, and Coaches - Sarah Ullrich-French, Kent Kowalski, and Karin Hägglund
Chapter 16: The Double-Edged Sword of Perfectionism in Performance Contexts - Gareth E. Jowett and Aimee Parke
Chapter 17: Running On Empty: Burnout Across Performance Domains - Kathleen T. Mellano and Samantha J. Adler
Chapter 18: Psychological Aspects Of Injury and Recovery: Applications for Sport, Exercise, And Beyond - Marc Cormier and Shelby Baez
Chapter 19: The Communication Playbook: Effective Communication Strategies - Chelsea Butters Wooding and Kiley Smith
Chapter 20: Developing High-Performance Teams - M. Blair Evans, Rachel Edwards, and J Colin Evans
Chapter 21: Establishing An Effective Climate for Sport And Physical Activity Performance, Productivity, Enjoyment, And Satisfaction: The Role of the Leader - Thelma S. Horn and Jocelyn H. Newton
Chapter 22: Understanding and Supporting Mental Performance for Youth Performers - Scott Pierce and Eleanor Cain
Eric M. Martin (Ph.D., Michigan State University) is an associate professor in the Kinesiology Department at Boise State University and codirector of the Center for Physical Activity and Sport. His research focuses on youth sports, specifically motivation, burnout, and positive youth development, athlete activism, and building resilience in both sporting and nonsporting college student populations. Additionally, he is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC®) and consults in sport and other performance contexts with individuals and teams at the middle school, high school, collegiate, and professional levels.