Manage Anxiety in Stressful Games Do you get psyched up for rivalry games, or does the hoopla surrounding rivalry competitions cause you to feel pressure and anxiety? Rivalries can be highly motivating for some athletes. These … Sports Psychology Tip
Stay Focused on What To Do in the Present Are you fearful of losing or making “big” mistakes in competition? Welcome to the world of sports where losses and mistakes are a part of the game. … Sports Psychology Tip
Physical Activation Can Improve Your Intensity Athletes often under perform early in competition because they lack the proper level of intensity. Why is intensity important for athletes? When athletes come prepared with a high level of … Sports Psychology Tip
Do you Limit Distractions during Basketball Games? In “Sports Psychology Sessions with Doc,” Dr. Patrick Cohn answers sports psychology questions from athletes, parents and coaches. Do you struggle early in the game with your focus and … Sports Psychology Tip
How to Overcome Outside Distractions in Sports Are you familiar with the expression, “living in a bubble,” which infers that you’re living in your own little world impervious to what is going on around you? You … Sports Psychology Tip
How to Stop Overthinking in Competition Peak performance in sports occurs when you have a calm mind and can react to your environment. Over thinking can cloud your judgments and send too many signals to your … Sports Psychology Tip
Staying Focused on Your Race Strategy What is your goal when you are competing in a triathlon? Are you focused on a podium finish? Are you looking to achieve a personal best? Do you want to … Sports Psychology Tip
Staying Mentally Tough Against Top Competitors Facing a “Goliath” opponent is daunting for any athlete or team. There is a mystique around a dominant team, a team with several multiple top-tier athletes or a highly-decorated athlete. … Sports Psychology Tip
Staying Focused When Opponents Are Trash Talking Have negative remarks, whether it’s trash-talking or a negative comment from your opponent, ever distracted you? You are not alone… In every sport, mental warfare occurs and its sole … Sports Psychology Tip
Concentration And Focus In Sports Concentration is critical for peak performance in sports, closing out games, competing against top teams, and playing consistently during a long season. Concentration is your ability to focus on what you … Sports Psychology Tip