Author(s): Jay A Gamboa

Abstract:
The study examined anxiety, self-efficacy, and emotional exhaustion among 134 university athletes from President Ramon Magsaysay State University during AY 2023-2024. Using a descriptive quantitative design, data were gathered through standardized tools the Cognitive Somatic Anxiety Questionnaire, Athlete Burnout Questionnaire, and General Self-Efficacy Scale and analyzed using descriptive statistics, t-tests, and ANOVA. Results showed moderate self-efficacy and varying anxiety levels, with emotional exhaustion higher among older and male athletes. Significant differences in anxiety and self-efficacy were found by age and sex but not by performance level. To address these findings, the researchers proposed MINDSET (Mental Intervention for developing self-efficacy and tackling anxiety in Training), a program emphasizing mental skills training, guided reflection, and self-regulation. The study concluded that understanding athletes’ psychological factors is vital in promoting well-being and performance, providing baseline data for developing athlete-centered psychological interventions and support systems.

DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2025.v12.i5h.4029

Pages: 534-540  |  125 Views  81 Downloads

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