Preperformance routines are microlevel performance processes utilized by athletes to facilitate the attainment of an optimal state and enhance the chance for successful performance. Despite continued examination of these routines, only a small proportion of research has been directed toward the cognitive component of these routines. This study explored the cognitive component of elite high jumpers’ preperformance routines, and specifically the consistency of the cognitive content (i.e., psychological skills and strategies). Data were acquired over an 8-week high-jump season and subjected to inductive thematic analysis. Results revealed the consistent implementation of the cognitive content (e.g., visualization) but an inconsistent design of this content (i.e., the content of the visualization). Furthermore, results underline the critical role of high-jump coaches and an athlete’s need to be adaptable and competent in utilizing various types of preperformance routine. This study offers valuable insight into the complexities and inconsistencies of the cognitive component of high jumpers’ preperformance routines.

表演前例程是运动员利用的微观表演过程，以促进达到最佳状态并增加成功表演的机会。尽管继续检查这些例程，但是只有一小部分研究针对这些例程的认知部分。这项研究探讨了精英跳高运动员表演前常规的认知成分，尤其是认知内容（即心理技能和策略）的一致性。数据是在为期8周的高空跳伞季节获得的，并进行归纳主题分析。结果揭示了认知内容（例如，可视化）的一致性实现，但是该内容（即，可视化的内容）的设计不一致。此外，结果强调了跳高教练的关键作用，以及运动员在使用各种类型的表演前常规中要有适应能力和能力。这项研究提供了有价值的洞察力，帮助我们了解跳高运动员表演前常规中认知部分的复杂性和矛盾性。