Mental toughness articles to improve performance for athletes, sports parents, and coaches.
How do Athletes Build Team Competitiveness? What separates a good team from a great one? It’s rarely just talent. Most coaches will tell you the difference is team competitiveness, and specifically, how competitive a team is in practice every single day. Many athletes think of competition as something that happens against an opponent. But the teams that consistently … Sport Psychology Article…
How Can Athletes Prepare Mentally Before Competition? Why Your Pre-Competition Routine Matters More Than You Think What do you do in the hour before competition? Do you have a consistent process that prepares your mind and body, or do you leave your mental state to chance? Most athletes spend significant time preparing their physical skills. Far fewer have … Sport Psychology Article…
How do Athletes Regain Confidence in a Shooting Slump? Where do your thoughts go when you are in a shooting slump? Do you become hyper-focused on mechanics and attempt to “fix your shot” mid-game? Do you obsess over statistics, numbers, and outcomes instead of staying immersed in the game? Do you judge yourself after a miss instead of … Sport Psychology Article…
How Can a Strong Team Identity Help with Adversity? Summary: Discover how athletes and coaches can build a positive, powerful team identity that drives unity, resilience, and consistent performance. Using the example of the Indiana Fever’s “We Over Me” mentality, this article explores how shared values and collective purpose help teams overcome adversity and achieve success. Learn three practical strategies—defining, … Sport Psychology Article…
How Do Athletes Overcome Self-Doubt? If you have never achieved a particular standard, ranking, or time in the past, what makes you think you can in the near future? This question is at the very heart of accomplishment and achieving new heights in sports. Let’s look at a golf and swimming example: Sabrina A. is a D-I golfer who hits her tee … Sport Psychology Article…
How do I Stay Confident When Others Doubt Me? Summary: You stay confident when others doubt you by rejecting their doubts and focusing on what you can control. Treat outside criticism as opinion, not fact, and use it as fuel to train harder and stay motivated. Surround yourself with supporters, keep proof of your past successes, and trust … Sport Psychology Article…