Sports Psychology for Dummies

Name: Sports Psychology for Dummies
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ISBN: 9780470676592

ISBN-10: 0470676590

ISBN-13: 9780470676592

Edition: 2010

Authors: Leif H. Smith, Todd M. Kays

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Mental conditioning is now seen by many to be as critical as physical conditioning to sports success. Sports Psychology For Dummies offers readers a comprehensive program to gain the winning edge, providing training tips and techniques along with helpful advice to keep in mind while competing. Coverage includes how to strengthen concentration (and when you shouldn't concentrate); how to talk yourself into winning; how to develop routines that will lead to consistent improvement; how to regulate your energy to avoid exhaustion; and how you can enhance your team's chemistry through sports psychology. Loaded with real-world examples from amateur and professional sports of all kinds, Sports…

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List price: $23.99
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Canada, Limited
Publication date: 9/7/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 360
Size: 7.30" wide x 9.10" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.188

Norbert Nathanson, Northport, ME.



Introduction



Getting the Winning Edge: Sports Psychology Fundamentals



Introducing Sports Psychology



The Gladiator Mind: Strengthening What's Under the Helmet



Setting Goals: Aiming High and Hitting the Bull's-Eye



Stoking the Fire in Your Belly: How to Fan the Flames of Motivation



Swagger: The Art and Science of Building Real Confi dence



Your Mental Toolkit for Success



Mastering the Art of Focus



Seeing Is Believing: What You Need to Know about Imagery



Self-Talk: Making Sure You're Not Yelling in Your Own Ear



Getting a Hold of Your Schedule



Staying Competitive: Sports Psychology in Action



Winning Habits: How Routines Improve Performance in Competition



Handling Pressure: Playing in the Fire without Getting Burned



Staying Strong: The Importance of Managing Energy Levels



Handling Adversity: The Psychological Art of Bouncing Back



Improving Team Performance with Sports Psychology



Communicating as a Team



Leading Your Team to Victory: Athletes as Leaders



Developing Teamwork



Sports Psychology for Coaches and Parents



Coaching Today's Athlete



Parenting an Athlete: How to Be More than Just a Fan



The Part of Tens



Ten Ways You Can Use Sports Psychology at the Office



Ten Ways to Be a Better Competitor



Ten Ways to Manage Stress Better



Ten Ways to Parent an Athlete


Index