Talk Back to Your Negative Self Talk
6 Steps to Taming that Devilish Little Voice BY ROB POLISHOOK, MA, CPC All competitive players recognize negative self-thoughts. It
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Competing with Heart – Racing with Gratitude
By Dr. Stephen Walker PhD, NCC, CMPC, USOC Registry of Sport Psychology On August 25, 2007, the world of
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Focus on the Process
Have you ever set a goal to do something and felt really proud of yourself for setting that goal, only
Read moreP5 Thinking – Mental Conditioning for Peak Performance
It is a fact that successful athletes think differently. They have belief systems that support their success and they actively work to manage their thought patterns. Every athlete who has conditioned themselves mentally will have readily practiced methods or strategies that support P5 Thinking. This article reviews these concepts and recommends some exercises to develop your skill at P5 Thinking.
Read moreCoaches: It’s About Getting them to the Starting Line
This compelling article for coaches in cross country and track offers three case study scenarios involving athletes at various stages in their development. Guidelines for motivating, supporting, managing stress, and race preparations are included in addition to some other very effective coaching methods. Solid perspectives are provided to help parents of developing athletes too.
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What Teddy Roosevelt taught us about “Process vs Outcome Goals”
“It is not the critic who counts, not the one who points out how the strong man stumbled or where
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5 Keys to Mental Toughness in Volleyball
by Michelle Ehgotz and Dr. Stephen Walker Mental fitness in sport is often overlooked and in sports like volleyball,
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The Truth about Vertical Jump in Basketball
By Alan Stein, CSCS Whether reading a hoops magazine, visiting a basketball website or reading about the NFL Scouting Combine,
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Positive Psychology Enhances Coaching & Athlete Productivity
Shawn Achor has been an innovator and key promoter of the principles in Positive Psychology. As a researcher in this
Read moreHow Best to Introduce Your Child to Sports
By Ross Flowers An Expert’s Answers to Parents’ Questions About Raising a Healthy, Balanced, Happy Athlete Parent: When should I
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