Most athletes spend a great deal of time improving physical fitness and nutritional practices. Not too many spend time improving mental strength. When physically equal, the athlete with the strongest mental game wins every time. In some cases, an athlete with stronger mental skills can produce a better performance than an athlete that is physically stronger.
Where to Begin?
If you've never worked on your mental skills, a good place to start is to take notice of what that little voice in your head is saying. You'll want to determine if what your inner voice has to say is appropriate or exaggerated.
Once you realize that negative self-talk limits your performance as an athlete and in everyday life, there are several books, seminars, CDs and DVDs available to help you work on mental toughness. Pick one to start your journey.
If you have already worked on mental fitness, perhaps it's time for a review of your favorite techniques—or to try something new. Just like any other skill, mental fitness takes maintenance and can improve with the proper training.
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