This study of athletes seeks to determine that a relationship exists between the mind and the body. It presents negative psychological factors that may arise and shows possible ways to enhance athletic performance through psychological techniques. The central part of the study is an annotated bibliography covering selected literature on these topics. The first section deals primarily with studies that give support to the idea that a relationship exists between the mind and the body in athletic performance. The second section presents negative psychological influences or factors in competitive situations--items such as pressures, fears, and anxieties are covered. Finally, studies on ways to enhance performance are featured--imagery, mental preparation, mental rehearsal, and goal-setting are discussed. A glossary of terms is included as well as a reference bibliography. The following charts or forms are appended: (1) performance quality; (2) correlations amoung variables; (3) analysis of variance of serves; (4) treatment groups and performances; (5) psychological self-rating sheet; (6) level of aspirations; (7) results of swim championships; and (8) personal survey. (JD)