Humans vary considerably in their ability to perform and learn new motor skills. In addition,
they respond to different performance and practice conditions in varying ways. Historically …

The aim of this study was to assess the current state of evidence and methodological quality
of studies on implicit and explicit motor learning in both typically developing children and …

An external focus of attention, enhanced expectancies and autonomy support are key
independent and interactive characteristics which enhance motor learning. These OPTIMAL …

With an array of critical and engaging pedagogical features, the fourth edition of Motor
Learning and Control for Practitioners offers the best practical introduction to motor learning …

Directing the attentional focus towards intended movement effects could enhance individual
performance. This meta-analysis examines the immediate effects of an instructed external …

This study examined the effects of explicit versus implicit instructions and feedback methods
on motor learning and perceived competence of 9-to 13-year old students with special …

Walking patterns are modified during load carriage, resulting in an increased activation of
lower limb muscles and energy expenditure. Negative effects of load carriage could be …

External focus (attention directed to an intended effect) has been shown to improve motor
performance compared to internal focus (attention directed to body movements). Recently …

Effective motor learning paradigms are essential for children with motor difficulties to
enhance their motor skills and facilitate performance in physical activities and in daily life …

The aim of the current study was to examine the effects of an external focus of attention (ie,
on the movement outcome) versus an internal focus of attention (ie, on the movement itself) …