Sci Webinar | PEAK Performance: Physical Endurance And Knowledge for Task Success
Sci Webinar | PEAK Performance: Physical Endurance And Knowledge for Task Success
Part of the MDPI Sci Webinar Series series
24 February 2025
Performance enhancement, physical capacity, mental resilience, behavior change, self-efficacy
Welcome from the Chair
2nd Sci Webinar
PEAK Performance: Physical Endurance And Knowledge for Task Success
PEAK captures the seminar's focus on both physical and mental dimensions needed to achieve top performance across different tasks, emphasizing resilience, capacity, and mindset as critical components for success. Recognizing that successful task delivery relies on both mental and physical capacities, the talks will address how physical capability, mental resilience, and effective psychological strategies converge to support high performance. Associate Professor Cloak will discuss the foundational role of physical readiness, highlighting how endurance, strength, and recovery impact task success. Professor Devonport will delve into mental skills training, illustrating how techniques like mindfulness and visualization boost cognitive focus under pressure. Professor Lane will focus behavior change will examine how belief systems and self-efficacy influence adherence to interventions, shedding light on the psychology behind sustained performance improvements. This integrated approach offers valuable insights for individuals aiming to optimize their capabilities across various settings.
Date: 24 February 2025
Time: 01:00 pm CET | 08:00 pm CST (Asia)
Webinar ID: 884 3603 5469
Webinar Secretariat: journal.webinar@mdpi.com
Event Chair
PEAK Adherence: Psychological Empowerment And Key Beliefs for Sustained Success
Professor Andrew Lane, based at the University of Wolverhampton, is a leading expert in sports psychology, focusing on emotion regulation, motivation, and performance enhancement. His research explores the psychological skills athletes and high performers use to manage pressure and achieve their goals. With a background in both applied psychology and academic research, Professor Lane has contributed extensively to understanding the mental aspects of peak performance and is widely recognized for his innovative work in sport and exercise psychology
Invited Speakers
School of Sport, University of Wolverhampton, UK
PEAK Endurance: Physical Excellence And Kinetics for Resilience
Associate Professor Ross Cloak, at the University of Wolverhampton, specializes in sport and exercise physiology, with a research focus on physical performance, health, and rehabilitation. His work examines how physiological factors such as muscle function, endurance, and recovery impact athletic and everyday performance. Known for his interdisciplinary approach, Dr. Cloak collaborates across fields to develop strategies that improve physical resilience and optimize training, making significant contributions to the fields of sport science and health promotion.
PEAK Mindset: Psychological Engagement And Knowledge for Cognitive Strength
Professor Tracey Devonport, at the University of Wolverhampton, is a specialist in sport and exercise psychology with a focus on stress management, coping strategies, and emotional regulation in performance settings. Her research emphasizes the psychological tools needed to handle pressure and build resilience, both in sports and broader health contexts. Dr. Devonport's work has contributed significantly to understanding how emotional and cognitive strategies enhance well-being and performance, making her a respected figure in applied psychology.
Registration
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Program
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Speaker/Presentation |
Time in CET |
Time in CST (Asia) |
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Prof. Andrew Lane (Chair) Chair’s Introduction |
1:00–1:10 pm |
8:00–8:10 pm |
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Dr. Ross Cloak PEAK Endurance: Physical Excellence And Kinetics for Resilience |
1:10–1:30 pm |
8:10–8:30 pm |
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Prof. Tracey Devonport PEAK Mindset: Psychological Engagement And Knowledge for Cognitive Strength |
1:30–1:50 pm |
8:30–8:50 pm |
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Prof. Andrew Lane (Chair) PEAK Adherence: Psychological Empowerment And Key Beliefs for Sustained Success |
1:50–2:10 pm |
8:50–9:10 pm |
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Q&A |
2:10–2:25 pm |
9:10–9:25 pm |
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Closing of Webinar Prof. Andrew Lane (Chair) |
2:25–2:30 pm |
9:25–9:30 pm |
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