APPLICATION OF BHAVANA 4 FOR THE POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE

Abstract

This article was a study on the application of Bhavana 4 for the potential development of professional athletes. It was found that “Bhavana” means to prosper, make it happen, or train or develop a person. Therefore, 1. Athletes have a developed body (Kaya Bhavana) that is related to the physical environment. The development of a strong body will reduce the chance of injury, play sports more effectively and increase the performance of sports at the level of competition for victory. 2. Athletes have developed precepts (Sira Bhavana) i.e., developed social behaviors in discipline and honesty with good socialization, 3. Athletes have a developed mind (Citta Bhavana), that is, having a well-trained mind, complete with mental qualities. The benefits of mindfulness training for athletes can help athletes reduce stress and anxiety, improve concentration and sleep better. Increase social skills development and develop problem-solving and decision-making skills. 4. Athletes have developed intelligence (Panya Bhavana) that means they know how to think and consider. Know how to diagnose know how to solve problems which exercise to compete in sports the brain develops cognitive processes. Professional sports and the brain are interrelated. Professional footballers, boxers, basketball players are smart people. Because there is a chance of brain development as well.