An athlete has been achieving personal best performances in training but is anxious and under-performs in competitions - HSC - SSCE Personal Development and Physical Education - Question 13 - 2007 - Paper 1

Based on the scenario, the athlete is experiencing anxiety that affects performance during competitions, despite achieving better results in training. Among the options provided, mental rehearsal and progressive relaxation exercises are specifically designed to address performance anxiety. These techniques allow athletes to visualize successful performances and practice relaxation, reducing anxiety levels before competitions. This approach, therefore, aligns most closely with improving competitive performance for the athlete in question.