Objective of the study - is aimed at determining the specific characteristics of anxiety symptoms in highly qualified athletes specializing in complex coordination disciplines. Methods and structure of the study. As part of the study, girls aged 12-14 years old, engaged in rhythmic gymnastics (n=42) and diving (n=22) at least I sports category, living in the central part of Russia, were examined. The control group consisted of 48 schoolgirls who did not play sports. The A. Kondashtest adapted by E.I.Rogov (2010), which includes scales of self-assessment and interpersonal anxiety, was used to assess the level of anxiety. The data obtained were subjected to statistical analysis. Results and conclusions. The results showed that the most pronounced level of anxiety is observed in 13-year-old female athletes engaged in highly skilled complex sports. In all age groups, the level of anxiety among athletes significantly exceeds that of girls from the control group. Maintaining an optimal level of anxiety is important for achieving high results. Trainers need to take into account the level of anxiety when planning the training process. Parents of young athletes should pay attention to the psychoemotional state of the child in order to prevent the development of serious mental and physiological disorders caused by intense physical exertion.
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