Research in sport and exercise psychology examines interactions between psychological variables and other aspects of sport and physical activity. We know, for Example The certain psychological variables will affect an athlete’s performance (e.g. Excessive anxiety can lead to “choking”

Participation in exercise or sport also might affect an individual’s psychological makeup (e.g., exercise participation could reduce stress: sport and exercise success might increase self-confidence

:Common areas of study addressed by sport and exercise psychology researchers include

a) Characteristics of the participants (e.g., motivation, anxiety, aggression, and   confidence

b) Group processes (e.g., leadership and cohesion

c) Performance enhancement

d) Enhancement of health and well-being

e) Facilitation of psychological growth and development