Psychological Factors as VO2 Max Performance Predictor among Malaysian Sub-Elite Athletes

Muhammad Noor Hizami Hamidi, Shamsulariffin Samsudin, Hairul Anuar Hashim and Mohd Rozilee Wazir Norjali Wazir
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Muhammad Noor Hizami Hamidi: Department of Physical and Health Education, Faculty of Education Universiti Teknologi MARA Department of Sports Studies, Faculty of Education Universiti Putra Malaysia
Shamsulariffin Samsudin: Department of Sports Studies, Faculty of Education Universiti Putra Malaysia
Hairul Anuar Hashim: Sports and Recreation Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia
Mohd Rozilee Wazir Norjali Wazir: Faculty of Psychology and Education, Universiti Malaysia Sabah,

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 17, 435-442

Abstract: This study examined the predicted correlation between certain psychological traits (emotional intelligence, mental toughness, mood state, and sports anxiety) and aerobic capacity (VO₂Max) in Malaysian sub-elite athletes. A cross-sectional design was utilised, encompassing 228 participants from the Malaysian National Sports School system. Psychological assessments were conducted concurrently with the 20-meter shuttle run test to evaluate VO2Max. Multiple regression analysis indicated a non-significant overall model (F(11, 216) = 1.597, p = .101), explaining 7.5% of the variation in VO2Max values. Two variables were identified as statistically significant: emotional intelligence in regulating others’ emotions (negatively correlated) and mood state confusion (positively correlated). Other psychological qualities, such as anxiety dimensions, mental toughness, and emotional self-regulation, were not significant predictors. These findings underscore the complex and perhaps paradoxical links between psychological and physiological performance indicators in sub-elite athletes. The research highlights the significance of comprehensive performance models that encompass both mental and physical aspects and proposes that specific psychological therapies might enhance endurance performance in competitive environments.

Date: 2025
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