Recognize it. Identify the situation which creates the negative thought. We all have those times (or places, or people) that ignite feelings of negativity, frustration, and worse. Sometimes we fully anticipate it, and other times… (continue Reading)
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Mental Toughness
Building a pre-performance routine can undoubtedly boost an athlete’s success. As hinted by the definition the key to routines lies in consistency. Thus, if at times you find your performances to be inconsistent then developing a pre-performance routine may be for you.
To a certain degree, every athlete deals with negative or self-defeating thoughts. The mentally strong athletes are able to combat these thoughts and not allow the thoughts to sink in and impact their performance. Mindfulness is key in doing so
One of the coolest aspects of the application of sport psychology is its ability to reach into other areas of our lives as well – in other words, it is not restricted to sports.
So you have made the decision to begin the journey to improving your mental skills, OR maybe you haven’t reached that far and are only considering it... [Continue Reading]
Creating a pre-performance routine can have a serious impact on your success in competing. It allows you to become more structured, more prepared, and fosters an organized mindset. Learn how to create or maintain a pre-performance routine here!
