focused athletes

How to Overcome the Fear of Negative Outcomes

How to Turn Mistakes Into Success

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. Two types of athletes exist in sports: One type of athlete focuses on the fear of making mistakes while the other athlete … Sport Psychology Article…

One Mental Game Skill All Athletes Must Have

Concentration For Peak Perfromance

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 need to do in the present moment. During a game, there will be countless distractions competing for your attention. Focusing on what’s … Sport Psychology Article…

How to Be Mentally Ready for Trash-Talkers

Mentally Prepare For Trash Talk

Supercharge Your Mental Game Emotions can supercharge or ruin an athlete’s performance on the field. Have you ever had a game where an opposing player or fans got into your head? How well did you respond? Did you become so angry that you couldn’t focus on your game? Did your performance spiral downward or you made more mistakes … Sport Psychology Article…

How To Refocus Quickly When Distracted – Video

Video Of The Week

The Focused Athlete In “Sessions with Doc,” Dr. Patrick Cohn answers your sports psychology and mental training questions about How To Refocus Quickly When Distracted. Do you get distracted by simple stuff when you go compete? I’m going to teach you one really basic but important skill to help you focus your best in competition. Here’s the question … Sport Psychology Article…

Two Important Keys To Mental Toughness

Mental Toughness Training

Self-Control And Persistence Why do some athletes consistently fall short of their goals? Are you frustrated because you just can’t seem to get over the hump and achieve the level of success that you desire? Many athletes start pre-season full of vim and vigor… You have certain objectives you want to meet… You believe this is the year … Sport Psychology Article…