Why elite athletes are harnessing their own brain waves for sporting success

Andrew Cooke

Why elite athletes are harnessing their own brain waves for sporting success

Andrew Cooke

School of Psychology & Sport Science

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Abstract

The Olympic and Paralympic Games represent the pinnacle of athletic achievement, where the world’s sporting elite showcase their prowess. Modern athletes benefit from top-notch coaching, optimised nutrition and recovery strategies. Yet, some are turning to more unique methods for the competitive edge – training the brain.

One brain-based approach that purports to aid performance and is gaining traction in elite sport is electroencephalographic neurofeedback. This technique involves placing small sensors on the scalp to record and display brainwaves in real-time.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
Publication status	Published - 7 Aug 2024

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Why elite athletes are harnessing their own brain waves for sporting success

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Effects of Home-Based EEG Neurofeedback Training as a Non-Pharmacological Intervention for Parkinson’s Disease

Some pressures are more equal than others: Effects of isolated pressure on performance

Effects of Neurofeedback Training on Frontal Midline Theta Power, Shooting Performance and Attentional Focus with Experienced Biathletes

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