The Sport Psych Handbook
- ISBN-10
- 0736049045
- ISBN-13
- 9780736049047
- Series
- The Sport Psych Handbook
- Category
- Coaching (Athletics)
- Pages
- 350
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Human Kinetics
- Author
- Shane M. Murphy
Description
The Sport Psych Handbook makes significant performance improvement possible through training the mind to parallel the body's enhanced development. Experts covering each facet of the mental game present research-based, field-tested approaches to enhance individual and team performance. More specifically, this comprehensive guide will give athletes breakthrough methods to do the following: optimize inner drive for training and competition; maintain emotional and mental control for unwavering focus; improve communication skills for better leadership and teamwork; and avoid and overcome slumps, injuries, and other challenges to a successful season.
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