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by Stephen Walker, Ph.D., CC-AASP Inspirational Stories – See What the Saint’s Use to Pump Themselves Up – Check out the Video “Finish Strong” Saint’s Defensive Lineman Anthony Hargrove sets the standard for inspiration in this years Super Bowl.  As if the match-up between Drew Brees and Peyton Manning isn’t compelling enough, Hargrove gives...
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By J. Jordan Hamson, Ph.D., ATC Have you ever wondered how the power of the mind could be used to help you recover from sport-injury? Elite, collegiate, and even youth athletes use mental techniques, like imagery, to improve performance and to learn new sport skills. Due to the demonstrated effectiveness of mental imagery, athletes...
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Overtraining and under recovery are common experiences amongst athletes developing fitness and preparing for difficult competition. Endurance sport enthusiasts and elite athletes are amongst the most vulnerable. The margins between optimal exertion and overtraining become quite small, and even a small mistake or unhealthy overuse pattern can result in injury. The frustration, resulting discouragement,...
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