Developing a Strong Mental Game in Golf How much time do you devote to improving your mental game? You might say, “I visualize sometimes,” “Occasionally, I do some relaxation prior to hitting the greens,” or, “Every now and then, my coach talks to me about having a preshot routine.” These responses are common among golfers but are “sometimes,” … Sport Psychology Article…
Focusing on Positive Outcomes Rather Than Negative “I can’t!” “I stink!” “Why do I always mess up?” “I will never beat her.” How many times have these thoughts crossed your mind during a competition? Negative self-labels or beliefs are one reason for falling short of your goals and your potential in sports. Why do so many athletes get … Sport Psychology Article…
The Importance Of Visualization In Sports Sports visualization is an experience… a training experience, a preparation experience and a warm-up experience. Visualization for athletes is a skill that you can improve and benefit from. Whether you realize it or not, you visualize during sports or mentally rehearse naturally. Everyone thinks in pictures. Some athletes unintentionally have recurring images … Sport Psychology Article…
The Mindset When Closing Out Games Some athletes want the ball in their hand in the closing seconds of a game while other athletes pray the fate of the game doesn’t fall upon their shoulders as time ticks down. Which category do you fall into? Some athletes are overwhelmed by performance anxiety and have great difficulty closing out … Sport Psychology Article…
Clipperton’s Mental Game Have you been under-performing in competitions? Do you feel stuck and discouraged about your lack of improvement in your sport? When you feel you are producing subpar performances, you are left feeling emotionally-drained discouraged and doubtful as to whether you have what it takes to make it in your sport. What is the answer to … Sport Psychology Article…
Focusing Your Emotions On The Green Focusing is the most important and, often, most challenging mental skill to master in golf. Golf tournaments are filled with potential distractions, in particular negative thoughts and counter-productive emotions. Focusing on your emotions will, without a doubt, impede your golf game. The golfers that are the most successful are the ones who … Sport Psychology Article…