Sports Psychologist
7 Signs It’s Time to Break Up With Your Workout Partner
Having a reliable workout partner can be a great thing. You push each other and ultimately make more progress in your training than you would have by working out alone. [...]
Why LeBron James (and Other NBA Players) Block Shots After the Whistle
In the third quarter of Game 3 of the NBA Finals, Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James blocked a dunk attempt by Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry after the [...]
Global 2XU Campaign Brings ‘Heart Not Hype’
According to Houston Rockets head athletic trainer Keith Jones, 29 of 30 NBA teams are using 2XU compression apparel. But you would never know it. A leading sports performance company [...]
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 [...]
Joe Meglio Named STACK Expert of the Month
Joe Meglio, strength coach at Underground Strength Gym (Edison, N.J.), has been named STACK’s Expert of the Month for February 2012. He will receive a $500 cash award. Meglio [...]
Mentally Overcoming Tough Injuries
NFL players suffered some brutal injuries this past weekend. Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison suffered a broken orbital bone around his right eye, and Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Eric [...]
Could Sport-Induced Anxiety Be Messing Up Your Game?
Athletes at any level can experience sport-related anxiety. Whether you're feeling nervous during a playoff game or getting psyched out before a critical foul shot, you can think yourself right [...]
Find More Success By Becoming a Happy Athlete
Competition is in all young athletes' blood. They want to win and they'll do whatever it takes. Unfortunately, many fail to achieve success, which leads to negative emotions, which in turn makes future wins more difficult. In Tour de [...]
30-Second Test for Mental Toughness
Replicating game-like conditions is a complex undertaking, especially when you're attempting to re-create high-pressure situations with nerve-wracking moments. So how else are you supposed to develop the mental toughness needed [...]
Battle Pre-Game Nerves
Chewing gum can help you relax, according to sports psychologist Dr. Rob Bell. It has calming effects on the body, and chewing it is a great way to release nervous [...]