18 – Performance Feedback

With the ever increasing availability of tracking and monitoring technology it is becoming easier and easier for an athlete to get feedback about their results and performance.  But is the too much of a good thing?  How does feedback influence the acquisition and performance of sports skills?  Which type of feedback should be used and how often? Is providing biofeedback (e.g., heart rate, brain activity) effective?  Can sounds and vibrations be used to shape movements? My Research Influences: Martin Regan, York University http://www.yorku.ca/dregan/   Links to articles discussed: Effects of relative frequency of knowledge of results on retention of a motor skill Relative frequency of knowledge of performance and motor skill learning How Do Batters Use Visual, Auditory, and Tactile Information About the Success of a Baseball Swing? Effects of learning on electroencephalographic and electrocardiographic patterns in novice archers Investigating the efficacy of neurofeedback training for expediting expertise and excellence in sport The vibrating 'Ghost' glove that can train your muscles to replicate Tiger's swing Auditory concurrent feedback benefits on the circle performed in gymnastics   More information: http://www.perceptionactionpodcast.libsyn.com/ My Research Gate Page (pdfs of my articles) My ASU Web page Podcast Facebook page (videos, pics, etc) Twitter: @Shakeywaits Email: [email protected]   Credits: The Flamin' Groovies - Shake Some Action Orbits – This Girl’s Opinion Pierced Arrows – In My Brain Three Chord Monte – Tell Me What’s on Your Mind The Judy Blooms – Swimming in Caves My Morning Jacket – One Big Holiday via freemusicarchive.org and jamendo.com