Psychophysiological Model for the Prediction of Performance,
Abstract
The development of accurate predictors of performance capacity must consider psychological as well as physiological variables. This study attempted to validate the contributions of both of these factors in the prediction of endurance performance. Seven male and female subjects were assessed for their actual maximum oxygen consumption (VO2 max) on a treadmill and their predicted max VO2 using a submaximal heart rate test on a bicycle ergometer. A number of psychological instruments were also administered to assess characteristics and psychological states believed to be associated with performance on a distance run test. On the basis of a step wise multiple regression analysis, it was determined that psychological variables accounted for a significant portion of the variance beyond that provided by purely physiological indices. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 09, 1977
- Accession Number
- ADA050544
Entities
People
- Dennis M. Kowal
Organizations
- United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine