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Split Second Processing Essay

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Back to the starting point of assessing the big picture, the broad horizon....once enough data is retrieved from the rapidly changing environment, the brain internalizes the data, discards the invalid data (noted as a distraction), then narrowly focuses on the data to rehearse it, then it can move on to the performance. If the brain rushes through any of this split second processing, it can make a mistake/error.
I believe this flow of concentration, that is presented in the textbook as a square, is actually a sphere much like an eyeball. It’s an eye of the mind or mind’s eye. At the center of the cross hairs is a narrow circle. This is “in the moment” and the circle around this “centered” point is a prioritization ring or loop that …show more content…

The focus loop provides continuous monitoring of all concentration zones. In the center of the loop is “in the moment, here and now”. This is where I want to be when I’m intentionally engaged in an action-oriented task such as sport climbing. In this example, the focus is parked in a neutral zone giving all four zones equal attention. This is basically a “flow” type state where the brain has complete coverage of all concentration zones. It’s like most of the climber’s thought processes are autonomic like their heart beat. Everything is in synch. The climber is able to see the “big picture” assessment to include the environment such as the current weather conditions and their though on a forecast for the climb. They are also able to monitor the game plan or the route for the climb to include obstacles and overhangs that potentially could be challenging. They are able to monitoring their energy levels and determine when and where to take a rest and allow their phosphocreatine system to recover. When monitoring the climber’s narrow internal view, he is conducting body scans to adjust arousal and breathing rates and progressive muscle relaxation to decrease tension. His skill and technique are all flowing automatically. He is able to stay ahead of his body and the mountain with full control. In the external and narrow zone, the climber is engaged in action with intentional and smooth placement of their hands and feet with perfect balance to keep their energy levels high and decrease any unnecessary moves that could deplete

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