Talent vs. Ability “I’m not as talented as…” “He is so much better than me.” “I will never be able to beat her.” Have you ever had one of these thoughts about your ability? How hear your athletes talk this way? Do you sometimes feel at a disadvantage because other athletes have much more talent than you? There … Sport Psychology Article…
Perfectionism In Sports Many athletes believe the pursuit of perfection is critical for success. These athletes feel the quest for perfection results in better and better performances. But does perfectionism improve performance? Striving for perfection in practice, yes. Trying to perform perfectly, no… The need to perform perfectly creates a tremendous amount of stress for athletes. Perfectionists are … Sport Psychology Article…
Overcoming Mistakes In Sports Overcoming mistakes quickly is part of a strong mental game. Ruminating about mistakes can hurt your confidence and focus… But you will make mistakes in competitions no matter who you are. Let’s discuss confidence for a minute… When you are performing well, you are not thinking or judging how you’re doing–you are just playing. … Sport Psychology Article…
Mental Toughness Tips For Athletes Injury is a challenge that most athletes will face at some time during their career. Injuries can range from mild to serious ones requiring surgery. Injuries are not easy for anyone. For some athletes, the emotional impact of an injury can be devastating. With injury, athlete have a fear of the unknown, “Will … Sport Psychology Article…
Mental Strength In Figure Skating Every figure skater wants an advantage in competitions. Have you ever wondered… Elite figure skaters have provided a road map to success. These elite skaters have battled some of the same issues that are in front of you: mistakes on the ice, difficulty learning new skills and anxiety in competition. The key to … Sport Psychology Article…
Improve Your Mental Toughness Figure skating is both physically and mentally demanding… You or your athletes must have the physical stamina to endure long hours of training continuously rehearsing skills and routines… And you must have the mental toughness to cope with all the mistakes required for improving your skills. To land an axle, you need to commit … Sport Psychology Article…