Mental Game Skills

How Pro Athletes Improve Their Mental Game

How Pro Athletes Improve Their Mental Game

Learn From The Pros For a Stronger Mental Game Many athletes ask how to improve their mental game so they can perform at their peak in competition. When you have the talent… And you put in the work… And you want to win or succeed, but are not… Your mental game is holding you back. The following example … Sport Psychology Article…

Mental Coaching Programs For Athletes – Video

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What is Mental Coaching? In “Sports Psychology Sessions with Doc,” Dr. Patrick Cohn answers sports psychology questions from athletes, parents and coaches. Are you curious about what happens during a mental training program and what we deliver to athletes, sports parents and coaches? In this video, Dr. Cohn discusses: “What happens in a mental training program? What is … Sport Psychology Article…

How Adversity Can Improve Mental Toughness

How Adversity Can Improve Mental Toughness

How to Mentally Prepare For Adversity in Sports Have you ever planned for adversity? You may think this is an odd question but it is very important when it comes to sports. When athletes sit back and imagine their athletic careers, they envision clutch plays, great performances, big wins, high accolades, prestigious awards, personal records, right? While it … Sport Psychology Article…

Strive for Consistency, Not The Zone

Perform Consistently in Volleyball

How to Perform Consistently in Volleyball Have you ever performed in the “zone?” We’re sure you’ve heard the “zone” hype and want to enter the zone? A reader recently asked the question: “How can you get yourself into the ‘zone?’” You hear about the zone being this elated experience, where your performance feels almost effortless, like you’re on … Sport Psychology Article…

If You Think You Can, You’re Likely to Succeed

How to Be a Confident Athlete

How to Be a Confident Athlete Do you believe in your ability to perform? Are you confident as an athlete? Do you talk yourself into defeat or victory? The Ireland rugby team recently took Australia 2-1 in a Test series. Rob Herring, Ireland hooker, said belief was the key factor in his team’s success. “There’s a lot of … Sport Psychology Article…

How to Use a Pregame Routines for Volleyball

How to Use a Pregame Routines for Volleyball

Developing Routines For Better Pregame Preparation Do you feel prepared before a match? How do you feel physically and mentally? Ready? Is there a routine you follow before each match that helps you transfer into game-time mode? A recent reader asked: “How do I prepare mentally?” Mental preparation, like physical preparation is crucial to a volleyball player’s game. … Sport Psychology Article…