The Perception & Action Podcast 515 – Experience & Focus of Attention: Effect of Focus of Attention When Using the Dominant vs Non-Dominant Hand in MMA
Nov 5, 2024
Discover the intriguing effects of focus of attention in MMA striking. The discussion highlights how external focus enhances performance with the dominant hand but falters with the non-dominant. Research findings from karate athletes showcase the power of different attention strategies. Listeners are taken through an exploration of how these insights can shape training and performance in mixed martial arts. It's a deep dive into the mind-body connection, revealing the nuances of striking precision.
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External Focus in Boxing
- Studies show benefits of external focus in various sports.
- A 2017 study on boxers showed increased force and speed when focusing on the target.
Constrained Action Hypothesis
- The constrained action hypothesis suggests internal focus disrupts automaticity, hindering performance.
- This disruption is believed to occur because focusing internally reverts performers to earlier learning stages.
Dominant vs. Non-Dominant Hand
- The study aims to test whether increased automaticity leads to greater benefits from external focus.
- It compares dominant and non-dominant hand performance in MMA, assuming the dominant hand is more automatized.