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ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Clearly and concisely state your research question (my research question is what are the physiological causes of mental fatigue on endurance performance)
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Find two articles that address your question.
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Write an MLA-style citation for each article.
Write a summary of each article. Include a signal phrase and in-text citation.
What did you learn from each article? Write a brief paragraph for each article (5-10 sentences) describing what you learned from each article. Use a signal phrase to introduce each paragraph, so your audience knows which one you are referring to. Use each author’s last name as part of your signal phrase.
HOW TO WORK ON THIS ASSIGNMENT (EXAMPLE ESSAY / DRAFT)
The physiological causes of mental fatigue on endurance performance have been the subject of research in recent years. To shed light on this question, two articles were selected for review.
Marcora (2008) questions the central governor theory and suggests that both peripheral and central factors contribute to fatigue. The perception of effort, rather than a predetermined limit, is responsible for the termination of exercise. The author recommends further research on the interaction between psychological and physiological factors that contribute to fatigue.
Van Cutsem et al. (2017) conducted a systematic review of the effects of mental fatigue on physical performance. The study found that mental fatigue can impair the physical performance, especially in tasks that require high levels of cognitive processing. The authors suggest that mental fatigue should be considered a performance-limiting factor in both athletic and non-athletic activities. The article recommends that athletes take steps to reduce mental fatigue, such as rest and recovery.
From Marcora’s (2008) article, I learned that fatigue is a complex phenomenon influenced by both physical and psychological factors. Furthermore, the perception of effort, rather than a predetermined limit, is responsible for the termination of exercise. This suggests that athletes can push beyond perceived limits with the help of mental strategies.
From Van Cutsem et al.’s (2017) article, I learned that mental fatigue can significantly impair the physical performance, especially in tasks that require high levels of cognitive processing. This has implications for athletes and individuals engaging in demanding activities that require focus and attention. It is important for these individuals to recognize and manage mental fatigue in order to optimize their performance.
Overall, the reviewed articles suggest that physiological factors play a role in mental fatigue and that mental fatigue can impair physical performance. Understanding the interaction between psychological and physiological factors is crucial for optimizing performance and minimizing the negative effects of mental fatigue.
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