Athletes who choke articles for competitive athletes, sports parents, coaches, and performers to improve performance.
No One Wants to be Labeled a “Choker.” Some athletes use the term “choking” to describe athletes who crumble under pressure. For example, the basketball player who misses two free throws with seconds left in the game and down by one point. Or the baseball closer who melts down in the 9th inning and gives up four runs … Sport Psychology Article…
Do You Choke In Competition? In “Sessions with Doc,” Dr. Patrick Cohn answers your sports psychology and mental training questions about why athletes choke or under perform in competition. In this week’s Session With Doc, Dr. Cohn answers a question about why athletes choke in competition: DR. COHN: “Here’s the question I received from Lonnie. He said ‘I’m … Sport Psychology Article…
Nadal and Mental Toughness Rafael Nadal, the number two-ranked player in the world, is known for his mental toughness on the men’s tennis circuit. He’s won countless tournaments on his aggressive style of play and mental toughness including the 2011 French Open. But last week, Djokovic defeated Nadal 6-4, 6-1, 1-6, 6-3 in the 2011 Wimbledon final. Did … Sport Psychology Article…