Do You Lose Trust In Competition? The number one reason athletes, coaches, and parents contact me is when athletes can’t take their practice game to competition. Do you look like a star in practice, but choke up in competition? Freezing up (or what I call lack of trust) in competition is a common challenge for many athletes. Does … Sport Psychology Article…
Becoming Mentally Tough Can you coach a team, let alone an athlete to develop “mental toughness?” When we think of teaching mental toughness, we conjure up images of football coaches driving their athletes during two-a-days in the heat of summer or basketball coaches running sprints at the end of practice until athletes are practically retch. Developing mental toughness … Sport Psychology Article…
In this week’s sports psychology podcast, mental game of sports expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn, answers a question from an athlete who feels tense and nervous under extreme pressure when competing. This causes her performance to suffer. Learn how to excel under pressure in sports! Listen to this month’s sports psychology podcast to learn how to improve your performance … Sport Psychology Article…
In this week’s sports psychology podcast, mental game of sports expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn, answers a question from an athlete who says he has the skills but does not perform up to his ability in competition. Learn how to take your practice game to competition! Listen to this month’s sports psychology podcast to learn how to improve your … Sport Psychology Article…
Dr. Cohn interviews Sommer Christie, BSc MHK, who is a certified Mental Performance Consultant and professional member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association. Christie works with multiple athletes/performers competing at different levels, including canoe/kayak paddlers, equestrian riders, curlers, figure skaters, musicians, and rugby players. Dr. Cohn and Sommer discuss how to stay focused under the stress of sports. … Sport Psychology Article…
In this week’s sports psychology podcast, mental game of sports expert, Dr. Patrick Cohn, interviews Chris DePiero. Chris DePiero is the current head coach and general manager of the Oshawa Generals of the Ontario Hockey League. Dr. Cohn and Chris DePiero talk about overcoming adversity in sports. They discuss ways athletes can learn important life lessons from the … Sport Psychology Article…