Changes in mood states of Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes during training and competition

The literature demonstrates the influence of psychological aspects on sport performance of athletes. Mood can vary in intensity and duration and involves six factors: tension, depression, anger, fatigue, confusion, and vigor. This study aimed to verify changes in mood states of Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes during training and competition. Fourteen Brazilian male jiu-jitsu athletes that competed in state-level competition [adults with mean age of...