Modelling commitment and compensation: a case study of a 52-year-old masters athlete

Rathwell, Scott; Young, Bradley W.

doi:10.1080/2159676x.2014.981572

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“…Furthermore, by adopting a self-referenced motivational style, characterized by goals such as reaching their potential, these athletes are likely to have benefited from increased perceived control, self-esteem, and motivation (Duda, 1989; Nicholls, 1984). This is consistent with findings reported in Rathwell and Young’s (2014) case study of a 52-year-old athlete, who committed to sport because he inherently enjoyed training and competing, and contrasts with the socially referenced goals often reported by adolescent elite athletes (e.g., Bruner et al, 2008), which may be maladaptive and compromising when an individual feels doubtful of his or her athletic competence (Olympiou, Jowett, & Duda, 2008).…”

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confidence: 88%

Going pro: Exploring adult triathletes’ transitions into elite sport.

Sanders¹,

Winter²

2016

Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology

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The transition into elite or professional sport plays a critical role in the overall athletic career (Stambulova, Alfermann, Statler, & Côté, 2009). However, studies of this transition have been conducted almost exclusively with adolescent, student-athlete populations. The purpose of this exploratory study was to develop a contextualized perspective of transitioning from amateur to professional sport as an adult. An interpretative phenomenological analysis (Smith, 1996) approach was adopted to explore seven elite triathletes' transition experiences. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews pertaining to the change process, the influence of athletic and non-athletic factors, and how these were managed. Five themes emerged: athletic development, social support (sport performance), social support (family and friends), financial resources, and self-identity. This study provides novel insight into the key factors impacting adult athletes in transition and how their experiences differ from those of younger athletes, highlighting the importance of tailored interventions for individuals at different developmental levels. Preliminary evidence is also provided for the relevance of the scheme of change for sport psychology practice (Samuel & Tenenbaum, 2011) for practitioners seeking to optimize adult athletes' transition experiences.

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confidence: 88%

Going pro: Exploring adult triathletes’ transitions into elite sport.

Sanders¹,

Winter²

2016

Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology

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“…Therefore, this is an instrumental case study [22], in which the program is the case and the main focus is the exploration of its influence and components. The case study approach has been used widely to explore applied issues in sport and health, for instance, psychological skills effectiveness [23], motivation and commitment [24], eating disorders [25], or injury rehabilitation [26].…”

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“Conscious 9 Months”. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Lifestyle Program Combining Regular Exercise and Nutritional Intervention: A Mixed-Method Case Report

Makaruk,

Grantham,

Szeszko

2023

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Background. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a glucose tolerance disorder posing health risks for both the mother and fetus. Lifestyle modifications are recommended to control glucose levels before pharmacotherapy. The aims of this study were 1) to examine the impact of combined GDM intervention on the glycemia levels and pregnancy outcomes in a woman with GDM; and 2) to explore what can help women adhere to the desired lifestyle changes recommended for GDM. Material and methods. This instrumental study uses a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods. It focuses on a comprehensive lifestyle intervention, incorporating exercise, dietary protocol, maternal education, and support. One participant was enrolled, starting the intervention at the 24 th week of pregnancy. Low glycemic index (<55%) and low glycemic load meals were recommended. Exercises were supervised and conducted regularly three times a week until delivery (48 sessions in total). Results. Glucose levels remained within normal range throughout the entire pregnancy, without the need for pharmacotherapy. The pregnancy resulted in a natural delivery of a healthy newborn with normal parameters. The participant completed the entire intervention, implementing the recommended lifestyle changes and avoiding complications associated with GDM. Conclusions. 1. Individualized and holistic care for women with GDM can help maintain normal glucose levels and increase the chances of positive pregnancy outcomes. 2. Key factors contributing to the success of the intervention were emotional support, education, and personalized care provided by specialists. 3. Implementing lifestyle changes during pregnancy may reduce the need for pharmacological interventions and complications related to GDM.

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“…One study reported that older athletes' participation in competitive sports helped them gain endurance with regard to pain (Heo et al, 2013), another that it helped them to accept the risk of falls (Brennan et al, 2018). Finally, three qualitative papers addressed the adaptation strategies for performance maintenance in competitions (Dionigi et al, 2013a), such as reducing participation intensity in low-ranked activities before major competitions (Rathwell & Young, 2015).…”

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Psychosocial Aspects of Participation in Competitive Sports Among Older Athletes: A Scoping Review

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Background and Objectives In the last decade, sport has been considered a tool in active aging to maintain physical fitness, improve mental wellbeing and form social relationships among older people. However, a thorough psychosocial understanding of the phenomenon of older athletes competing in sports events is lacking. Most research has focused on competitive sports participation in the young population. This study analyzes the general state of knowledge of competitive sports participation among athletes aged 50 years and older from a psychosocial perspective. Research Design and Methods We followed the five-step process outlined by Arksey and O’Malley (2005) and expanded by Levac and colleagues (2010). After the search in four electronic databases, 69 peer-reviewed articles met the inclusion criteria. Results The findings indicate that psychosocial research into older people’s participation in competitive sports has grown moderately in the last decade. While intrapersonal and interpersonal aspects have dominated the academic psychosocial discourse on older athletes’ competitive sports participation, aspects related to the environment/community and policy have largely been overlooked. Discussion and Implications We identified several critical gaps in the literature, classified into conceptual (e.g., lesser attention to personality, emotional and cognitive aspects), methodological (e.g., longitudinal studies almost absent), and diverse aspects (e.g., focus on a wide indiscriminate age range; few comparisons between types of sports; underrepresentation of some nation or world regions as well as few cross-national comparative studies). These research gaps hint at opportunities that future research on older people’s participation in competitive sports should address.

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Modelling commitment and compensation: a case study of a 52-year-old masters athlete

Cited by 12 publications

References 58 publications

Going pro: Exploring adult triathletes’ transitions into elite sport.

Going pro: Exploring adult triathletes’ transitions into elite sport.

“Conscious 9 Months”. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Lifestyle Program Combining Regular Exercise and Nutritional Intervention: A Mixed-Method Case Report

Psychosocial Aspects of Participation in Competitive Sports Among Older Athletes: A Scoping Review

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