Anxiety
So You Didn’t Make the Team? 5 Ways to Move On
Every year, thousands of talented athletes get cut from sports teams and are left to figure out what to do next. Often they are good athletes, but just a little [...]
4 Ways to Turn Mental Toughness Into Physical Toughness
"What the mind believes the body achieves." The reality of athletics is that athletes can only "achieve" in sports what they "believe" they can do. When you play sports, you [...]
Use the Chimp Paradox to Handle Anxiety Like a Pro
The feeling of anxiety is fundamentally the same as the feeling of excitement from a neurological and psychological perspective. The only difference is the emotion we attach to it. To [...]
Should You Consult With A Sports Psychologist?
Athletes and their coaches typically focus on the physical side of sports. Although intense conditioning may test your willpower and stamina, it does little to develop another crucial element of [...]
Applied Sports Psychology for Injury Recovery
You didn't have to follow this year's NCAA Basketball Tournament to be aware of Kevin Ware's gruesome injury. But not only did Ware remain mentally tough, he was able to [...]
Why Athletes “Tighten Up” and What To Do About It
One of the biggest challenges athletes face on a daily basis is synchronizing their minds and bodies so they are able to play "in the zone." Unfortunately, when athletes experience [...]
Improve Your Breathing Technique to Become a Better Athlete
Athletes spend hours in the weight room and on the field developing their strength, speed, conditioning and skills. (Read more about strength training.) What if I told you that one [...]
Improve Visualization for Better Game Performances
Athletes spend months preparing for the season, yet there are typically only a few moments during competition when they experience complete control. On the field, athletes have little or no [...]
How Sport Psychology Improves Athletic Performance
A component of exercise science and human performance, sport psychology is primarily concerned with understanding the relationship between mentality and behavior in order to improve athletic performance. The three primary [...]
Reduce Anxiety With These Lifestyle Hacks
Do minor disputes or challenges leave you feeling overwhelmed? Do you rely on coffee or soda to make it through the day? Do you avoid social situations for fear of [...]
