Designing an electronic application to measure the circadian rhythm of athletes

Abstract

Sports psychology is a crucial subject with a direct impact on developing and improving athletic performance. It is a key focus of scientific research in the field of physical education. Its importance stems from its connection to other sports sciences, aiming to study the driving forces behind athletic behavior, which influence the cognitive and human aspects of sports. Psychologists have begun to concentrate their efforts on the mental, intellectual, and psychological capabilities across all sports. Their attention has focused on the diverse and variable mental abilities and how these contribute to the rise and fall of athletic performance. Simultaneously, the causes of psychological stress experienced by athletes, which leads to a range of significant errors during performance, have been studied (Khattab et al., 2005, p. 303). In both individual and team sports competitions, we encounter many events that defy explanation by observers, coaches, and even specialists within the sport itself. Numerous questions arise regarding certain phenomena, opening avenues for research and study based on theories that can be employed to enhance athletic achievement, such as rhythm theory and its various cycles.