Sport psychologySport psychology scientifically strengthens and modifies the behavior of athletes when they relate to physical activity. Study the reasons why athletes and coaches behave the way they do. Use techniques (music, relaxation, visualization, etc.) to train and/or correct the athlete's psychological behaviors: fears, anxiety, lack of concentration, etc. At the place where the athlete practices, the psychologist must carry out his treatment while the athlete is in his training/competition environment to note the deficiencies to be treated. HIGH PERFORMANCE SPORTS They are found in the specialty section and in the elite. After choosing the sport to which he wishes to devote himself professionally (specialty process), the athlete accesses the high performance section. HIGH PERFORMANCE is when the athlete begins training to become an elite athlete (significant international participation). During this stage, training loads increase significantly and extend to three sessions per day, six days per week. It is in this part of the performance pyramid that psychological instabilities due to the change in the training program begin to exist. PHYSICAL SKILLS OF A HIGH PERFORMANCE ATHLETE. RESISTANCE Physical resistance consists of enduring an effort for as long as possible. It depends on several factors such as: the athlete's ability to control their power, execution of the exercise, psychological and physical strength, respiratory function and the cardiovascular system.STRONGThe ability of the muscles to... .. middle of paper ...they can evoke appropriate visual images, evoke auditory, olfactory and tactile sensations. This visualization allows you to obtain positive thoughts, using the five senses, so that during this process the nervous system and muscles are predisposed to act. An athlete should take advantage of this process to understand themselves in situations that cause too much stress or tension. Psychological support Psychological support or coaching refers to the influence exerted on an individual or a group (team) in order to develop their abilities to the maximum. they can achieve optimal performance in competition and training.Psychological orientationThe objective of psychological orientation is to help athletes and coaches to solve their psychological and social problems in the best way, by understanding them correctly..