Sport Psychology Articles for Athletes, Coaches, and Sports Parents
What is your contribution to pressure when you compete? It's interesting to think about how we contribute to pressure. Pressure doesn't merely exist; it is shaped by our thoughts and feelings about …
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How does mental toughness help an athlete when they are being harshly criticized? Mental toughness is often seen as a physical triumph over adversity. For example, a football player who returns …
What were the worst conditions you faced in a competition? Were you able to concentrate on competing, or did the weather or arena mentally affect your performance? Wind, rain, snow, excessive …
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What's the best way to turn your performance around? Every athlete experiences rough spots or slumps, which causes periods of under performance. Many times, those athletes get in trouble …
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What are the differences between superstitions and routines? A superstition can be irrational because it's based on luck. Another way of putting it is when athletes believe they will achieve …
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For many athletes, performance pressure outweighs the joy of competing. Do you have fun competing in games or tournaments? Do you enjoy exploring your potential or does competition make your feel …
