1st Edition

The Seven Practices of Mentally Superior Athletes Harnessing Skills from Sport Psychology

By Raphael Wald Copyright 2019
70 Pages
by Routledge

70 Pages
by Routledge

70 Pages
by Routledge

Once athletes reach the highest levels of competition in college and professional sports, the mental aspect of the game becomes increasingly vital to performance. The Seven Practices of Mentally Superior Athletes is a short and snappy reference text intended for repeated use that explains the importance of the mental side of the game and offers concise advice for improvement. Wald outlines the... Read more

Acknowledgments



Introduction



1 Deal with Underlying Psychological Problems (Mental Health)



2 A Penny Saved (Maintain Mental Energy)



3 Own Your Thoughts (Focus)



4 Curb Your Enthusiasm (Pre-performance Routines and Focus)



5 Stand Tall (Confidence)



6 Go Beyond Mental Toughness (Mental Endurance)



7 Be Flexible (Openness to Change)



Conclusion



Index

Biography

Dr. Raphi Wald, PsyD, ABN, CMPC, is a Florida licensed psychologist. He is a certified mental performance consultant and board-certified neuropsychologist. He serves as the Team Psychologist for Florida Atlantic University and Lynn University.