Physical Education A-Level
Optimum arousal and performance
What Optimum arousal and performance means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Optimum arousal and performance
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Both approaches aim to move the performer towards the optimum arousal zone, with attention directed at relevant cues.
Topics that use Optimum arousal and performance
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