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Mental Blocks in Sports
Mental blocks, tumbling blocks, balking….these are words that parents hate to even think about, let alone have to deal with. Unfortunately, developing a sudden fear of a skill is a common experience in gymnastics and cheerleading – and other sports as well. Jumping, releasing, tossing, flipping, going backwards on a beam, dismounts…there are a number […]
Read More..How to Help Kids With NO Confidence Believe in Themselves
“Be confident!” How many times has that that word been used during sports? From coaches, parents, team members. Confidence is talked about like it is a cure-all for any nerves or uncertainty an athlete is dealing with. I remember growing up and facing many situations where I was nervous, scared, and totally unsure of myself. “You have […]
Read More..What is Mental Toughness?
If this is your first time visiting this site, or hearing about me, this is a common question….this sounds great, but what is mental toughness really? Put simply, it is performing consistently to the best of your abilities – with focus, confidence, determination, and resilience; even when under pressure. Mental Toughness Is Always Important We see athletes […]
Read More..The Critical Key to Understanding Fear in Sports
Fear. If there is one primary enemy to being mentally tough, it is fear. Fear in sports is hands down the biggest cause of mental interference. I’ve seen it in athletes of all ages, experience levels, and sports. Having an understanding of what is happening can often help. The crazy thing is this: Fear is […]
Read More..A Mental Fix for Nerves
Katy was a gymnast who had spent countless hours, for many years, honing her craft. She was very talented and it showed at every practice. However, she was suddenly getting more and more nervous before actual meets. Her balance beam routine was the most nerve-racking, filling her head with all sorts of thoughts. Because of this, […]
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