In this week’s sports psychology podcast, Dr. Cohn helps a basketball player relax during games. Sports psychology expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn helps athletes improve trust in competition. Dr. Cohn answers the following mental game question: I am a competitive basketball player that needs help relaxing in game situations. For instance in practice, I can knock down shots from anywhere, but in games, I … Sport Psychology Article…
Are You Interested in Mental Game Coaching? I just returned from a short vacation last week with my wife and two daughters — ages four and 12. We spent a few days hiking in the Adirondack Mountains located in upstate New York. It’s good to take a break now and then and come back with a fresh perspective–in … Sport Psychology Article…
In this week’s sports psychology podcast, Dr. Cohn helps a ice hockey player improve his self-confidence. Sports psychology expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn helps athletes perform with confidence. Dr. Cohn answers the following mental game question: My son plays hockey and really enjoys the game. He has only played for two years and has made a remarkable progress and was selected for our towns … Sport Psychology Article…
Do You Make Comparisons to Other Athletes? Do you (or your athletes) make comparisons to other athletes that might be bigger, stronger, or more talented than you? Do you worry when your opponents have more wins or a better record? One athlete wrote, “I focus too much on other competitors instead of myself. I start to doubt myself … Sport Psychology Article…
In this week’s sports psychology podcast, Dr. Cohn helps a ice hockey player improve his self-confidence. Sports psychology expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn helps athletes let go of high expectations and perform with confidence. Dr. Cohn answers the following mental game question: “I play travel AAA ice hockey. I have been the leading goal scorer on my team for the entire season. But for … Sport Psychology Article…
What’s the Most Important Skills for Athletes to Possess? Anthony Robbins sent me an interview he did with the legendary basketball coach John Wooden, who recently passed away at age 99. This was one of the best interviews Wooden gave, according to Robbins. Today, I want to share with you something that Wooden said that I think is profound… … Sport Psychology Article…