Adv: target weaknesses,
create the perfect mental
image, lead to increase in
motivation
Disadv: model isn't perfect the
wrong mental image will be
created, too difficult, lead to
information overload
Verbal
Talking, explaining
Often works alongside visual
helpful in
autonomous stage
has to be clear, accurate
Has to be brief
and meaningful
Otherwise player
will lose motivation
Adv: supports visual, if positive
can increase confidence and
motivation, can be specific to you
Disadv: may be too technical,
performers may lose concentration,
negative rather than positive
Manual
Allows you to gain kinesthesis
Involves physical support
Creates a forced response
AIDS MOVEMENT
Adv: helps eliminate danger,
builds confidence, fear of a skill
reduced, gives a feel for the skill
Disadv: if overused can have
detrimental effect, after initial feel
bad habits could occur, lose
confidence rather than gain, being so
close with students can be off putting
Mechanical
RESTRICTED MOVEMENT
Device used E.G
armbands in swimming
Incorporates a form
of physical support
Adv: builds confidence, eliminates
danger, gives a feel for the skill, can be
used with disabled/recovering athletes
Disadv: over usage could interfere,
performers become dependant, motivation
lost, incorrect intrinsic feedback